Employment & Education Specialist

Volunteers of America - Greater New York•Union, NJ

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment & Education Specialist assures that the young adult has the work readiness skills to begin seeking employment or furthering their education to be financially self-sufficient to live independently when finishing the program. Transitional Living Program assists youth in preparing for life as adults. Our staff teach and prepare youth in the program in the areas of job preparation, navigating housing options and financial literacy to manage paychecks, bills, and savings. These initiatives will propel our clients towards independent living. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https https://www.voa-gny.org/at-risk-youth

Requirements

The position requires a minimum of an Associate's degree with one year of related experience in providing employment/education services for low-income and/or homeless population.
Knowledge of federal guidelines for public and private low-income housing required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
This position shall also have a valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency policies.

Responsibilities

Provide young adults with weekly one-on-one support to complete their high school or GED certificate. This includes assisting youth with re-enrolling in high school or a GED program.
Assist young adults in identifying and enrolling in postsecondary education or trade school. Help with course selection and accessing financial aid.
Assist young adults in setting up academic tutoring if necessary. Facilitate education assessments and workshops.
Facilitate employment workshops focused on job training and retention, goal setting, resume/cover letter development and work readiness skills.
Develop relationships with local businesses and employment service agencies to facilitate internships and jobs that will help youth improve their long-term economic security.