Employment Specialist (Family Shelter)

Tandym Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in New York City is seeking an Employment Specialist for its family shelter in The Bronx. This role involves connecting clients with essential services, conducting assessments, and providing job readiness support. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with a commitment to helping clients achieve employment stability.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience or equivalent required.
• First Aid/CPR and overdose prevention certification may be required.
• Previous experience in a Shelter setting.

Responsibilities

• Connect clients with employment, education, housing, healthcare, and social services.
• Conduct vocational assessments and facilitate employment-related workshops.
• Monitor and document client progress through regular meetings.

Skills

Client Advocacy

Communication

Counseling

Outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join one of their growing family shelters in The Bronx as an Employment Specialist .

About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm
• Setting: Family Shelter

Responsibilities:

• Connect clients with employment, education, housing, healthcare, and social services
• Assess client needs and develop individualized service and employment plans
• Conduct vocational assessments and periodic reassessments
• Facilitate employment-related workshops and create job readiness curriculum
• Provide one-on-one employment counseling and job search support
• Develop and maintain employment bulletin board materials
• Schedule presentations with employment sector experts
• Coordinate employment support with internal social services staff
• Establish partnerships with community-based organizations and employers
• Conduct outreach and marketing to secure job and training opportunities
• Assist clients in overcoming barriers to employment and housing stability
• Help clients advocate for themselves and navigate public benefits
• Monitor and document client progress through regular meetings and CARES database
• Maintain accurate client records, including electronic and paper files
• Obtain and update required client documentation and consent forms
• Prepare psychosocial evaluations and update as needed
• Follow up with clients and referral agencies on service outcomes
• Prepare and submit required program reports
• May assist with appointment scheduling, benefits applications, and marketing materials

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience or equivalent required
• First Aid/CPR and overdose prevention certification may be required
• Previous experience in a Shelter setting

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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