Project Blue Employment Coordinator

Peaceprintswny; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Peaceprintswny in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Employment Coordinator to support workforce development for high-risk individuals. The role requires at least two years of relevant experience and a commitment to social justice. You will conduct outreach, manage cases, and track client progress. A valid driver’s license is necessary for limited travel. The position offers a supportive environment and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience working in a program supporting high-risk individuals.
• Must pass background checks and pre-employment screenings.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to recruit eligible clients for employment services.
• Monitor client participation and track milestones.
• Support direct service staff and maintain client safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Case management

Data-driven evaluation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Experience in serving high-risk individuals

Interest in social justice and workforce development

Job description

Essential Functions

• Employment Coordinators have the vision and passion to support the development, implementation, and growth of all aspects of the workforce development program.
• Provide the following services for clients of the workforce development program:

• Conduct outreach to recruit clients who are eligible and in need of employment services.
• Provide direct services to clients through regular case management meetings.
• Assess clients’ employment needs, situations, personal strengths and support networks to determine their goals. Develop plans to increase clients’ employability, productivity and stability.
• Help clients navigate the challenges that come with having a criminal background: unemployment, employment discrimination, removal from education, and legal difficulties.
• Research and refer clients to local employers and workforce development programs.
• Follow up with clients to ensure that their situations have improved.
• Refer clients to and liaise with Legal Aid as necessary.
• Monitor and track milestones in client participation, such as employment acquisition, completion of certificates, increased wages, and avoiding recidivism.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy of client files and records, complete paperwork and comprehensive outcomes tracking in the areas of employment, case management, goal setting and client progress, program intake and exit, meetings, legal assistance, and client interactions for internal and external purposes including coordination of services, program impact evaluation, billing, grant tracking, compliance, and legal considerations.
• Communicate with family members and businesses on a regular basis or as needed to resolve potential difficulties.

Attend monthly staff meetings and weekly one‑on‑ones with the assistant director of workforce development and actively participate in all staff meetings.

Provide support to other direct service staff and/or programs based on expertise or background.

Ensure safety and security of clients, staff, and volunteers. Report any incidents or concerns related to clients to the appropriate authority and document them properly.

Ensure that all clients are treated fairly and with respect and that the department maintains an environment that is inclusive and safe for all people.

Establish relationships with employers and community partners to develop paid and/or unpaid internships, mentorships, apprenticeships, job clubs, work site visits, job placement or other job exploration modalities.

Actively engage and energize staff members, volunteers, board members, committees, partnering organizations, donors, and grant funders.

All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• At least two years’ experience working in a program or organization serving high‑risk individuals or in job development.
• Interest in social justice, legal advocacy, prisoner reentry, and/or workforce development.
• Experience with individuals and groups related to case management, workforce development, education, or life skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data‑driven program evaluation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
• Action‑oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
• Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission‑driven, and self‑directed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle for use in performance of the job. Position requires some travel within the City of Buffalo.
• Must be able to pass criminal background and child and adult maltreatment screens and a pre‑employment drug screen.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work time may be evenly split between office settings or outside meetings. Limited local travel required. Light physical effort in an office environment.
• Primarily sedentary work with occasional bending and reaching.
• Maintain a high energy level, comfortable performing multi‑faced projects in conjunction with day‑to‑day activities.
• Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word.
• Regularly required to read and write clearly.
• Generous paid time off.