Community Partner Coord-WeCARE (925536)

Equus Workforce Solutions

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 67,200 - 126,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Community Specialist to engage with local organizations and facilitate job training opportunities. This role involves building relationships with businesses, understanding community needs, and coordinating job fairs to help clients find suitable employment. You will play a key role in connecting job seekers with high-demand industries, ensuring they receive the support needed to thrive. If you are passionate about workforce development and want to make a difference in people's lives, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to the community while advancing your career.

Qualifications

2-3 years experience in business, sales, or training.
Ability to work well in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

Meet with community organizations to share mission and goals.
Conduct searches for job openings and trainings for clients.
Coordinate job fairs and employer hiring events.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Independent Work

Business Acumen

Sales Experience

Training Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Equivalent Experience

Job description

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Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Meet with community organizations to learn about their missions and share information about our mission and goals
Maintain current knowledge of state and local guidelines and regulations
Act as liaison between various departments to meet client needs and securing MOUs with existing and new organizations that can provide on-the-job training to our participants
Conduct searches for suitable job openings and trainings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer’s requirements
assigning clients to approved community service sites
Monitoring client engagement at a community service site and/or tracking attendance
Collaborating with Employment Coaches to assist with managing a caseload of clients assigned to community service/work experience activities
Establish rapport with area businesses; maintain on-going relationships with businesses
Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives
Coordinate job fairs and employer hiring events
Enlist cooperation of community and business leaders to help increase awareness of available services in the community
Communicate with other departments and management to develop strategy and solutions
Represent WeCARE services to the community, host roundtables and monthly community-based organization meetings

Qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources.
Ability to work well in teams and independently
2-3 years of experience in business, sales or training
Bachelor's degree in business, education, human resources, liberal arts or related area, or equivalent experience in similar role or with participant population

Additional Information

Pay $23.77

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

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