Program Recruiter

Project Renewal•New York, NY

9d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Next Step is Project Renewal’s award-winning job placement program which places homeless, formerly homeless, and low-income individuals in competitive employment. Since 2000, Project Renewal has helped nearly 5,000 New Yorkers find and retain employment, achieve economic security, lead more fulfilling lives, and positively contribute to their communities. We enroll over 500 adults each year who have significant barriers to employment including those with histories of homelessness, substance use, underemployment, mental health diagnoses and criminal justice involvement. Our comprehensive approach allows us to work individually with each client to minimize barriers to employment and prepare them for the world of work. The Recruitment & Engagement Specialist is responsible for meeting the recruitment and enrollment goals for Project Renewal’s Workforce Development Training Programs. This role will present to and engage with a variety of stakeholders including potential clients, social service agencies, community-based organizations, HRA, and veterans’ organizations, etc. This role will require working with other department staff in developing a recruitment strategy as well as maintaining recruitment materials. The Recruitment & Engagement Specialist will travel throughout NYC to conduct outreach presentations and recruitment events and is responsible for meeting program performance goals.

Requirements

Passion for Project Renewal’s mission
High School diploma (required)
3-4 years of experience in recruitment, sales, or partnership development
Knowledge of virtual platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack, Google Classroom, etc.)
Ability to travel to various locations
Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend events

Nice To Haves

Good working knowledge of Salesforce or another database
Strong presentation and public speaking skills required
Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire and engage adult learners
Prior experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals who have been incarcerated, struggled with substance use, or faced mental health challenges (preferred)

Responsibilities

Present relevant workforce development programs to potential clients and referring partners
Create a pipeline of qualified clients across training programs
Provides virtual and in-person information sessions
Meet and track referral and enrollment goals for training cohorts
Prepare for and represent the program at career fairs, info sessions, and networking events
Network with various supportive services agencies to secure referrals
Develop new partnerships and recruitment sites
Create reports and summaries of outcomes
Conduct intakes and assessments to determine eligibility, as well as barriers to employment and best fit for program including level of job readiness and motivation
Support clients up until enrollment to ensure that supportive resources are in place, and they are prepared to attend the entire training with minimal disruption
Ensure all paperwork for each client is accurately completed and meets contract and program requirements
Document, maintain and upload all required documents for all clients interviewed for the program in a timely manner
Collaborate with the Human Resource Department regarding submission of documents and background checks for incoming clients
Maintain database of referral partners and clients using Salesforce