Job Development Assistant

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A non-profit organization in East Harlem is looking for a Job Development Assistant to strengthen partnerships and expand internship opportunities for youth. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related fields, with a strong emphasis on relationship-building and effective communication skills. The successful candidate will manage participant documentation and support job fairs and community outreach. Salary ranges from $50,000 to $60,000 annually based on experience. This position is fully on site.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in youth development, education, or social services.
• Knowledge of youth workforce programs; DYCD exposure a plus.

Aufgaben

• Build partnerships with businesses and community organizations for internships.
• Match students with placements aligned to their interests and readiness.
• Coordinate onboarding for internship sites.
• Monitor participant progress and provide follow-up as needed.

Kenntnisse

Youth development

Education

Social services

Relationship-building

Communication

Data management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Our client, a non-profit organization, is seeking a Job Development Assistant to join their wonderful team. This position is fully on site in East Harlem.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field; Master’s preferred
• Must have demonstrated experience in youth development, education, or social services
• Knowledge of youth workforce programs; DYCD exposure a plus
• Strong relationship-builder with clear communication skills
• Organized and comfortable managing data and documentation systems
• Able to respond appropriately in challenging or crisis situations
• Committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces for youth

What You’ll Do

• Build partnerships with businesses and community organizations to expand internship opportunities
• Match students with placements aligned to their interests and readiness
• Coordinate onboarding for internship sites
• Maintain regular communication with worksites to support positive outcomes
• Assist with job fairs and community outreach efforts
• Monitor participant progress and provide follow-up as needed
• Maintain accurate digital and physical records
• Prepare reports to track trends and program performance
• Represent the program within the community

What Success Looks Like

• Internship partnerships are sustained and expanded across multiple industries
• Students are placed in roles aligned with their goals and developmental readiness
• Worksites are prepared and willing to host future cohorts
• Participant documentation is complete, organized, and audit-ready
• Program data is consistently captured and used to inform improvements
• A safe, structured, and professionally managed environment is maintained for youth and partners

Salary Range

$50,000 – 60,000 annually, based on experience

Location

New York, NY – East Harlem – On site

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.