Employment Specialist

Services for the Underserved • New York, NY

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About The Position

As part of the SSVF Team, the Employment Specialist assists participating veterans with obtaining and maintaining sustainable employment. The role provides employment-related case management, vocational assessment, job-readiness support, career counseling, job coaching, and assistance with job retention. The Employment Specialist also develops relationships with prospective employers and connects clients with community resources and services. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least two years of case management or counseling experience.
• Computer literacy, including MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience in the vocational rehabilitation field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with veterans is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to identify, screen, and enroll participants in the program.
• Provide employment-related case management services, including assessment, community integration, and employment linkage.
• Develop and update Individualized Employment Plans for participants.
• Conduct job-readiness assessments and provide skills training, including resume development, interview skills, and job-search techniques.
• Provide career counseling and job coaching, including one-on-one job-retention support.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with prospective employers to generate and identify employment opportunities.
• Connect clients with outside resources, such as America’s Job Centers, vocational training schools, and community-based organizations, to ensure access to available services.
• Interpret and apply data generated by vocational assessments.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Program Director.

Benefits

• Health and wellness resources
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level