Career Development Specialist

Workforce 1 • New York, NY

3d • $24 - $25

About The Position

The Career Development Specialist helps job seekers prepare for employment and advance their careers through career planning, job readiness workshops, and employment support. The role assists individuals with job searches, interview preparation, and career pathway guidance to help them pursue suitable employment opportunities. The specialist collaborates with the Business Development team to connect job seekers with employers, build professional relationships, and identify job openings. The position supports individuals throughout their career development process and works toward monthly team performance goals. It is located in Staten Island, NY.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of related experience, associate's degree with at least 3 years of related experience, or High School Diploma/High School Equivalency (HSE) with at least 4 years of related experience.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Moderate to high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to facilitate job readiness workshops and assist members with employment preparation and career development.
• Strong organizational, time management, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to collaborate with team members, employers, and community partners to support employment opportunities.
• Ability to work toward monthly performance goals in a results-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sales, business development, or community engagement.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate job readiness workshops to prepare individuals for employment.
• Assist job seekers with career planning, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Provide career pathway guidance and employment readiness support.
• Collaborate with the Business Development team to secure job orders and identify employment opportunities.
• Build relationships with employers to connect job seekers with suitable positions.
• Support career development and employment preparation services for program members.
• Maintain organized records and support communication and coordination across the team.
• Work toward monthly team performance goals while providing customer service and employment support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED