Employment Resource Counselor
Location
Paterson, NJ | United States
Job description
General Description:
This full time position, under the supervision of the Program Director or Senior Case Manager, is responsible for developing employment opportunities and providing on-going employment counseling for a residential offender population.
Essential Functions: (Performs other work related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor)- Developing and maintaining a bank of employment opportunity for an offender population
- Assisting employers in establishing recruiting standards, which will benefit the hard-to-place skilled disadvantaged applicant
- Helping residents develop job-search, job application and interviewing skills
- Empowering residents with pertinent information regarding federal, state and local employment laws
- Providing follow-up counseling for residents to ensure effective work ethics
- Facilitating one-on-one and group personal development sessions
- Preparing and providing accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company and contract guidelines
- Participating in mandated training and staff development activities
- Performing other job related duties as may be required by the Director and/or Senior Case Manager
Qualifications/Skill Requirement: One year of demonstrated effective relevant experience in a community based human service organization serving the hard-to-place disadvantaged population.
Knowledge:
- Federal, State and local employment laws
- Employment opportunities convenient and conducive to the population served
- Employment principles and acceptable work ethics
- Available support services, including tools & opportunities for assessment and skill development
Abilities:
- Plan, organize & control resources to meet the responsibilities and duties of this position
- Prepare and issue accurate, complete, and timely reports in accordance with company and contract guidelines
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all levels of the organization & the employment community
- Maintain clearance through contracting agency
Education Requirements:
This position requires a BA degree in the Social Sciences.
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