Job Developer

Easterseals•New York, NY

About The Position

The Job Developer identifies, develops, and maintains relationships with employers to create unsubsidized employment opportunities for WeCARE participants. The role includes employer outreach, participant engagement, job placement, and accurate record-keeping and compliance. The Job Developer works with VRS participants, Work Readiness Facilitators, employers, and the retention unit. The position must secure at least 14 unsubsidized placements per month, including part-time and/or full-time jobs offering a minimum of 20 hours per week and at least the approved minimum wage. Compensation is $25.49–$26.45 per hour. This job description is not intended to provide a comprehensive listing of all duties; other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in social work or a related field, such as psychology, vocational rehabilitation, or occupational rehabilitation, from an accredited institution.
At least one year of job development and/or placement experience in the public or private sector.
Equivalent combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Sales experience and marketing and/or public relations experience.
Experience developing jobs for individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations.
Bilingual English-Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Make at least 25 cold calls each day to identify businesses that are hiring, and make follow-up calls to employers and VRS participants.
Conduct 2–3 field visits on a bi-weekly basis to establish and strengthen employer partnerships and create job opportunities for WeCARE participants.
Maintain a comprehensive job bank and/or leverage employer relationships to meet participant needs.
Design and create recruitment strategies, job fairs, on-site employer visits, and online information sessions for job-search companies that use automated screening methods.
Meet with VRS participants to understand their skills, identify employment barriers, and determine how best to present them to employers.
Announce job leads weekly in workshops and coordinate with Work Readiness Facilitators on follow-ups for participant-referred interviews.
Secure at least 14 unsubsidized job placements per month, with placements offering at least 20 hours per week and no less than the approved minimum wage.
Produce weekly reports on cold calls and field visits, and follow up daily with employers to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and next steps.
Enter case notes in SEAMS and FedcapCARES for VRS participant services.
Assist the retention unit in ensuring employment data is accurate and verified.
Perform other related duties as assigned.