Reentry Employment Specialist

The Kintock Group; Paterson (NJ); In loco; USD 40.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Kintock Group is seeking a full-time Program Counselor in Paterson, NJ to develop employment opportunities and provide ongoing counseling, job readiness, training, and placement for a reentry population. The role reports to the Program Manager and focuses on preparing clients for sustainable employment through skills development and targeted employer engagement.

Responsibilities include building job banks, assisting employers with standards, coaching clients in job-search activities, and

Competenze

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in community-based human services.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare accurate, complete and timely reports.
• Experience developing employment opportunities for disadvantaged populations.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain a bank of employment opportunities for the offender population.
• Assist employers in establishing recruiting standards to benefit hard-to-place applicants.
• Help clients develop job-search, job application and interviewing skills.
• Provide follow-up counseling to ensure effective work ethics.
• Facilitate one-on-one and group personal development sessions.
• Prepare accurate documentation in accordance with guidelines.
• Ensure clients maintain employment and/or engage in training programs.
• Participate in mandated training and staff development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Report writing

Group facilitation

Formazione

High School Diploma (DOC)

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Business

Descrizione del lavoro

The Kintock Group is seeking a full-time Program Counselor in Paterson, NJ to develop employment opportunities and provide ongoing counseling, job readiness, training, and placement for a reentry population. The role reports to the Program Manager and focuses on preparing clients for sustainable employment through skills development and targeted employer engagement.

Responsibilities include building job banks, assisting employers with standards, coaching clients in job-search activities, and