Employment Navigator - Community Action Re-entry Services
About The Position
The Employment Navigator will work individually with clients that were formerly incarcerated and are seeking employment or other resources. This person will assist clients with creating resumes and cover letters, applying for jobs, soft skills training, connecting to vocational training, and other assistance as needed in the center. The Employment Navigator will facilitate direct interactions between job seekers and potential employers and will provide an all-encompassing support structure for job seekers. This person may be involved in facilitating trainings and may work directly with hiring employers in Marion, Polk, & Yamhill Counties.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Two years of experience working in human services, corrections, housing, or working with vulnerable populations.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
- Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver's license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
- Candidate must pass comprehensive MWVCAA background screenings prior to employment.
- Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.
- Basic proficiencies in computers, MS Office products, database software and web tools.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in difficult situations.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills, in both written and oral form.
- Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and empathy when communicating formally and informally with clients, staff, and program partners.
- Successful multitasker that can adapt and work in a flexible environment.
Responsibilities
- Tutors and assists clients with creating resumes and cover letters, applying for jobs, soft skills training, other employment education and general community resource navigation.
- Facilitates and/or assists with group workshops and presentations.
- Facilitates direct interactions between job seekers and potential employers. Provides an all-encompassing support structure for job seekers.
- Enters data into multiple databases. This includes client tracking, follow-up, and support as required.
- Respects confidentiality at all times.
- Occasionally travels to other approved sites to meet with clients as requested.
- Attends and participates in local resource community meetings for the purpose of informing other providers of our services.
- Understands how to identify common barriers that clients face and the appropriate resources to assist in removing or minimizing those barriers.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
