Employment Specialist - NeON

Brooklyn Community Services

109d • $40,000 - $43,000

About The Position

The NeON Works Employment Specialist will focus primarily on providing individualized career support and job placement services to individuals within the NeON program, which targets populations with barriers to employment. This includes conducting needs assessments, developing personalized employment plans, connecting clients with training opportunities, assisting with job searches, and providing ongoing support to ensure job retention. Essentially, the Employment Specialist acts as a dedicated career coach to help individuals achieve sustainable employment within their chosen field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related area.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with diverse clients and employers.
• Experience in career counseling, job development, or employment placement services.
• Ability to work effectively across cultural/ethnic/racial communities.
• Knowledge of local job market trends and available training programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve client goals.
• Understanding of barriers faced by individuals with disabilities or other disadvantages.
• Proficiency in computer applications for job search and client database management.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive interviews with potential clients to understand their employment goals, skills, barriers, and support needs.
• Providing guidance on career exploration, job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and professional development.
• Actively seeking suitable job openings in the market that align with client skills and interests, and connecting them with potential employers.
• Identifying necessary training or certifications for clients to enhance their employability and referring them to appropriate programs.
• Building relationships with local businesses to identify job opportunities and advocate for clients' placement.
• Maintaining detailed client records, tracking progress toward employment goals, and documenting all interactions.
• Collaborating with other support agencies to address clients' needs related to housing, transportation, childcare, or mental health.
• Providing ongoing check-ins with placed clients to address challenges and ensure successful job integration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree