Placement Counselor

JEVS Human Services Career Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

JEVS Human Services Career Center in Center City Philadelphia seeks a Placement Counselor to help clients access employment and training services, and to place them at suitable work sites.

The role emphasizes job placement activities, employer outreach, on-site presentations, and workshops in a full-time, hybrid work environment designed to reduce barriers to self-sufficiency for participants of Public Assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate community service sites, job search and job placement activities; place clients at those sites
• Arrange for on-site employer presentations
• Develop ongoing relationships with employers
• Facilitate employment and other related workshops

Job description

At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and hopeful lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,000 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community tirelessly for over 80 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals have a better quality of life. We serve those with disabilities and people facing tough socio-economic conditions. We believe everyone deserves fulfilling jobs, educational opportunities, and access to vital services.

We currently have an opportunity as aPlacement Counselor. The Work Ready program provides employment-oriented services to those receiving Public Assistance benefits, including those who require specific help managing barriers to self-sufficiency.

This role, located in our office in Center City Philadelphia, offers flexibility and a hybrid environment.This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide appropriate community service sites, job search and job placement activities; place clients at those sites
• Arrange for on-site employer presentations
• Develop ongoing relationships with employers
• Facilitate employment and other related workshops