Employment Education Specialist Jobs

Fedcap, Inc., a Fedcap program, in New York, NY is calling all social work professionals to apply to join our human services team as a full-time Employment Education Specialist!

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are a successful company that wants the best for our team. We pay our Employment Education Specialists a competitive wage. Our human services team also enjoys great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading!

About Fedcap, Inc.

Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc. offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We provide a broad range of services to thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being.

We are committed to making sustainable, high-outcome, and life-changing differences for the individuals and families we serve. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you work well in a collaborative environment? Can you maintain a positive and professional attitude? If so, please consider applying for this Employment Education Specialist position today!

YOUR LIFE AS EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION SPECIALIST

This full-time social work counseling position in human services works during the day.

As an Employment Education Specialist with our nonprofit, you serve as a point of contact for employers and trainers on behalf of our program participants. You prepare clients to apply and interview for specific employment opportunities. Using your exceptional counseling skills, you mitigate issues that arise between newly hired clients and employers. You also conduct cold calls to employers with the express purpose of identifying businesses that are currently hiring and establishing relationships with those that are not for future follow-up.

Additionally, you match a minimum of 20 participants to unsubsidized jobs by placing them into part-time or full-time positions that offer a minimum of 20 hours and pay no less than the approved minimum wage. Following up with nonprofit organizations, you find additional partners and employers for ongoing support and opportunities. You also consult with other staff members regarding curriculum and training needs as well as maintain a clear written calendar of what classes will be taught weekly, ensuring classes are rotated each month. Using your passion for education to help others achieve their goals is why you love your job in social work!

What We Need From You

• 2+ years of relevant experience in counseling, coaching, staffing, human resources, or workforce development
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required for some positions
• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or a related field from an accredited college or university

Experience working with at-risk clients with barriers to employment is strongly preferred, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. If you can meet these requirements and perform this social work job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our human services team!

Location: 10017

Job Posted by ApplicantPro