Job Developer
About The Position
Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have helped people get jobs, stay employed, and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our workplace. We are committed to fostering our inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities. GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF GREATER NEW YORK & NORTHERN NEW JERSEY INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Job Developer Location: Queens, NY Benefit Classification: Full-Time Benefitted Position Type: FLSA - Non-Exempt Develop job opportunities for Rehab consumers who are sponsored by funding sources including but not limited to DVR & CBVI. Schedule interviews and follow up with employers to make placements. Build and maintain employer relationships and contacts by visiting employers in the community. Maintain documentation of placement services rendered and employment verifications. Complete internal statistical reports and progress reports for funding sources. Ensure employer satisfaction with program/placement services and candidates. Plan and implement job fairs. Liaison with local business community. Become familiar with labor laws, demand occupations and ADA.
Requirements
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and ongoing access to transportation to travel to employers in counties throughout Northern New Jersey.
- Excellent communication and written skills
- Must be able to prioritize and multi-task
- Navigate and negotiate through difficult situations
- Ability to communicate with all levels of employees
- Must become familiar with CARF regulations and assure that services provided and documentation maintained is CARF compliant.
Nice To Haves
- BA preferred but will accept relevant work experience.
- Intermediate Word, Excel and Outlook preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop job opportunities for Rehab consumers who are sponsored by funding sources including but not limited to DVR & CBVI.
- Schedule interviews and follow up with employers to make placements.
- Build and maintain employer relationships and contacts by visiting employers in the community.
- Maintain documentation of placement services rendered and employment verifications.
- Complete internal statistical reports and progress reports for funding sources.
- Ensure employer satisfaction with program/placement services and candidates.
- Plan and implement job fairs.
- Liaison with local business community.
- Become familiar with labor laws, demand occupations and ADA.
- Contact employers and determine job openings for consumers based on the employment goals provided by the Coordinator.
- Meet with employers, complete employer profile and task analysis paperwork at company site and submit to Coordinator upon completion of the employer site visit.
- Educate employers about disability issues, ADA issues, tax credits and job modifications.
- Communicate job description/job responsibilities effectively to the Coordinator and other job developers.
- Assist placement staff with understanding the company’s application process, and investigating transportation options to and from the employer job site.
- Educate consumers about how working may impact other benefits that they currently receive.
- Connect consumers to Benefit Counseling Services as needed.
- Meet individual and team revenue goals.
- Track # of service hours provided to each consumer; submit activity reports on time (within 5 business days) to request vouchers for additional hours when needed.
- Complete all job development logs on a weekly basis.
- Completes all Preplacement logs and case notes in a timely manner as per the case note and paperwork compliance procedure.
- All case notes for the week need to be completed on Fridays by COB and forwarded to the Coordinator of Placement Services along with the weekly report.
- Meet individual and team revenue goals.
- Enter consumer information into Foothold Awards system.
- Communicate with referral sources DVR, CBVI and private funders as per the funder communication follow-up procedure.
- Attend all rehab and staff meetings as required.
- Other duties and assignments as may be assigned at the sole discretion of the employer.
Benefits
- Generous Time off policy to use when you need it
- Health, wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals
- Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance
- Retirement matching programs and contributions
- Transit and commuter benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
