Employment Specialist | Job Readiness & Community Impact

Arrowleaf; Vienna (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid trainings and licensure support

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Arrowleaf is hiring an Employment Specialist (Administrative Assistant) in Vienna, IL for a temporary grant-funded role ending October 31, 2027. The full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and offers comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include implementing the Economic Development Program, delivering job-skills training, coordinating documentation, and partnering with local businesses to promote employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and time management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interpret, adhere to and implement program rules, regulations and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation and coordination of the Economic Development Program, providing hands-on job skills training and support to individuals with disabilities, youth, and others seeking employment.
• Develop employment skills, facilitating workshops and training sessions, providing individualized participant support, conducting community outreach, building partnerships with local businesses and community stakeholders, and assisting with planning and promoting community revitalization projects.
• Maintain accurate participant records and program documentation, track expenses, prepare reports, and develop processes and procedures to improve efficiency, organization, and workflow.
• Must be a self-motivated individual who takes initiative, works independently, demonstrates creativity, and maintains strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The Employment Specialist will report to the Senior Program Director and support the overall goals and objectives of the Economic Development Program.
• Train participants in customer service, communication, teamwork, workplace expectations, and other essential employment skills.
• Provide one-on-one support to program participants, helping them navigate resources, overcome barriers, and successfully complete program activities.
• Assist in the day-to-day implementation of the Economic Development Program, ensuring activities align with program goals and objectives.
• Engage with community members to identify and address barriers to economic success, including employment, housing, and access to education.
• Serve as a liaison between Arrowleaf and community stakeholders, ensuring local needs and priorities are reflected in program initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions focused on job readiness, financial literacy, and workforce development.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and promoting community revitalization projects and activities.
• Conduct community outreach to promote program services, engage participants, and build partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
• Maintain accurate participant records and databases, track participant progress and program outcomes, and prepare reports as required.
• Perform administrative duties, including entering receipts, tracking program expenses, and maintaining financial and program documentation.
• Develop and implement processes, procedures, and organizational systems to promote efficient workflows, improve workplace operations, and ensure consistency in program activities.
• Support workforce development initiatives that expand employment opportunities and strengthen local communities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Arrowleaf is hiring an Employment Specialist (Administrative Assistant) in Vienna, IL for a temporary grant-funded role ending October 31, 2027. The full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and offers comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include implementing the Economic Development Program, delivering job-skills training, coordinating documentation, and partnering with local businesses to promote employment opportunities.