Description:
Responsible for providing vocational and training services to transition youth and adults that are unemployed, underemployed, displaced, disabled, and/or economically disadvantaged populations through an array of activities to reach self-sufficiency
Performs participant assessment, development of service strategy, employment counseling, and post-employment follow-up services based on WIOA Federal, State, and Local policies
Orients new participants to specific program benefits, rules, regulations, and policies
Interviews and assesses individuals for job readiness, barriers to employment, and individual needs, to include skills upgrade and/or training
Responsible for the recruitment of eligible participants, including, but not limited to, outreach to schools, agencies, community organizations and employers as appropriate to the rules of the funding sources
Creates and implements service strategy plan to provide work experience, vocational skills, on-the-job training, and other training related programs to individuals
Assists participants with goals of securing competitive employment, entering the military or post-secondary education
Serves as a liaison between jobseekers and employers through referrals and business services
Responsible to work with various agencies, schools, and staff to provide 14 required elements to youth/youth adults per WIOA regulations
Ability to implement and market the Youth WIOA work experience program
Responsible to collect and coordinate reporting on educational and employment outcomes, meet goals, and share general information regarding the program
Responsible for follow-up efforts
Responsible for case management and timely and accurate data entry
Meets with participants regularly to monitor progress and offer support and guidance
Willingness/ability to conduct workshops
Performs all other duties as assigned
Full-Time
First Shift
Monday through Friday
Health Insurance benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
PTO accrual beginning on Day 1
Paid holidays
401K
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
A comprehensive understanding of the world of work and the needs of young adults/adults with barriers to employment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and computer proficiency including the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Valid NYS Driver's License and personal vehicle required