Job Developer

Access Supports•Mount Vernon, NY

2d•$27

About The Position

The role is a Part Time position (20 hours a week) and the individual is responsible for supporting a caseload of students while guiding them toward successful post-secondary education and employment outcomes. This includes assisting students with career exploration and planning, facilitating job coaching and internship experiences, and developing both paid and unpaid work opportunities. The position requires maintaining accurate and up-to-date student records, as well as monitoring and evaluating student progress.

Requirements

Driver’s license required
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop employment and educational plans with students
Ability in working effectively with individuals with barriers to employment
Ability to lead student workshops
Knowledge of community support systems
Ability to work with businesses/networking
Computer Literate
BA/BS in education, human services or related field
3+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

Support students on caseload with job readiness
Assist students in planning for post-secondary education or employment
Develop, monitor, and evaluate paid and non-paid work experiences for students
Network with community providers to develop opportunities for students
Guide students through job coaching and internship activities
Set up career site visits for students
Collect paystubs from employed students
Be familiar with community resources and make referrals for families as needed
Ensure students are employment ready; resume preparation, interview attire, set up interviews
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate student and parent groups, workshops, and activities practice and quality assurance
Develop business partnerships
Manage partnerships with collaborating agencies
Set up interviews for students and receive feedback from interviewer
Follow up with providers regarding students’ progress at their employment
Collect, review, prepare, and submit data and program reports
Prepare for and participate in required supervision
Attend and participate in agency, school, and community meetings
Maintain professional standards in education, culturally responsive practices, and quality assurance