Employment and Education Specialist

Chapman Partnership•Homestead, FL

About The Position

The Employment and Education Specialist coordinates job development activities for a designated center and networks with community organizations and employers to create job opportunities for Chapman Partnership clients. The role supports clients with employment preparation, including resumes, interviewing skills, and other resources to help them find work. When needed, the specialist arranges transportation to interviews and follows up to verify continued employment. The specialist also supports CP Works and education initiatives through client recruitment, enrollment, and outcome tracking, and facilitates professional development and work readiness workshops. The position documents client contacts in HMIS and prepares monthly reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Human Services, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or additional equivalent experience.
At least five years of experience in job development for hard-to-serve populations.
Valid State of Florida driver license.
Knowledge of community resources, potential employers, and available jobs in the Miami-Dade County area.
Understanding of issues affecting residents and experience working with vulnerable populations.
Ability to be professional, flexible, respectful, and calm.
Ability to lead by example and provide effective support and guidance to further develop professionals within the Program Services department.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

Recruiting, sales, and/or marketing experience.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Network with community employers and secure employment and training opportunities throughout Miami-Dade County.
Develop relationships with local employers to create employment opportunities.
Assist clients with transportation needs, inspect vehicles for proper working conditions, and report maintenance needs as necessary.
Work with internal and community clients on employment preparation and assistance.
Complete employability assessments to determine job readiness, employment barriers, and training needs.
Generate monthly reports for Chapman Partnership and document all client contacts in HMIS.
Assist clients with resume writing, job readiness, interview preparation, and other services to overcome employment barriers.
Arrange transportation to interviews and follow up to verify continued employment.
Support CP Works and education initiatives through client recruitment, enrollment, and outcome tracking.
Facilitate and conduct professional development and work readiness workshops.
Perform other assignments or tasks as deemed necessary.