Employment Specialist

Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health center in New York is seeking an Employment Specialist to coordinate job training and support for clients. This role involves facilitating workshops, providing job search assistance, and collaborating with community partners. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, relevant educational background, and a commitment to helping clients achieve their employment goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of work or volunteer experience in career development if no degree.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employment training and assessments for clients.
• Facilitate workshops on job search and interview skills.
• Build relationships with employers to support clients’ career goals.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health

Equivalent Experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

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Position Summary

The High Impact Prevention Services for Communities of Color (HIPS) is a program funded by the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute, aimed at decreasing HIV transmission risk. It supports access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and addresses social determinants of health that impede care access. The program enhances HIV screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention in Queens and Brooklyn communities served by JPAFHC.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate employment training, assessments, materials, and referrals for HIPS clients.
• Facilitate bi-monthly workshops on Job Search, Cover Letter and Resume Writing, and Interview Skills.
• Develop educational materials and assess clients’ job readiness.
• Provide individual job search support, resume reviews, and interview practice.
• Work primarily at JPAFHC’s drop-in centers and attend outreach events to recruit clients and distribute materials.
• Evaluate participants’ interests and skills through vocational assessments.
• Build relationships with employers and training organizations to support clients’ career goals.
• Assist clients with job development and search activities tailored to their needs.
• Prepare and facilitate relevant workshops.
• Create employment plans with clients, including necessary training and skills development.
• Provide culturally competent education on HIV prevention, PrEP, PEP, and social services.
• Support outreach efforts and community partnerships to streamline referrals.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts, counseling, testing, referrals, and outreach performance.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, English, Marketing, Education, or equivalent experience.
• Two years of work or volunteer experience in career development if no degree.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic medical records preferred.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Human Resources
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care