Workforce Development Specialist

The Doe Fund Inc • New York, NY

1d • $0 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Doe Fund is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist (WDS) to join their team. The WDS will be responsible for facilitating workforce readiness classes, providing individualized job search coaching, and supporting participants in achieving long-term employment retention and career advancement. This role is based at one of The Doe Fund’s program sites and requires occasional travel to other locations. The position is in-person, 5 days a week, with scheduled hours of 9:30 am-5:30 pm or 10:00 am-6:00 pm.

Requirements

• Two to four years of classroom facilitation or workforce development experience
• Passion for motivating participants to secure and retain employment
• Sensitivity to individuals with significant re-entry barriers (homelessness, conviction histories, addiction recovery)
• Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Flexible, creative, and solution-oriented with a collaborative approach
• Willingness to support occasional evening or special events, employer engagement activities, and program initiatives as needed

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workforce readiness classes, including Career Essentials and other employment-focused workshops.
• Facilitate on-site Career Club sessions to assist participants with job search activities, applications, resumes, interview preparation, and career exploration.
• Provide individualized job search coaching, resume refinement, interview preparation, and professional development guidance to an assigned caseload.
• Assist participants with employment applications, job search activities, career exploration, and employment readiness planning.
• Support participants in developing realistic career goals and connecting to suitable employment opportunities.
• Partner with Case Managers and Program Directors to coordinate participant progress and ensure wraparound support.
• Collaborate with Education and Occupational Training and Legal Services to connect participants to employment and reentry resources.
• Attend and contribute to weekly case conferences, staff meetings, and team huddles.
• Support mock interviews, corporate engagement events, and volunteer-led professional development activities.
• Provide graduate case management to promote employment retention, housing stability, and sobriety milestones.
• Conduct retention outreach for one year post-graduation and verify employment and housing documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date graduate data and ensure consistent engagement through alumni communication and follow-up.
• Accurately document client interactions, case notes, and outcomes in CTDB.
• Maintain up-to-date trackers for job search appointments, graduate services, and retention milestones.
• Support data integrity and assist with report preparation for leadership and funders.
• Participate in a structured onboarding program including an overview of the RWA program, observation of classes, facilitation practice, case documentation, and retention outreach procedures.
• Engage in continuous professional development opportunities to strengthen facilitation skills, workforce best practices, and participant engagement strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid participation in a retirement plan
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave
• Discounted gym memberships
• Professional development and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

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