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Saint Louis University
Address , St. Louis
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-10-20
Posted at 8 months ago
Job Description
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
All About You
Under general direction from the Transformative Workforce Academy (TWA) Program Director, the Employment Specialist is responsible for vocational and case management services for justice-involved jobseekers as they transition from incarceration and are released to the St. Louis area. This role requires regular travel to and entering Missouri prisons as well as work with local Probation and Parole officers. The Employment Specialist will work in collaboration with the TWA team and external community partners to ensure the best possible employment outcomes for TWA jobseekers. This is a full-time position that requires a mix of in-person and remote work.
Primary Job Responsibilities
  • Evaluate jobseeker progress and complete necessary record keeping (electronic record system as appropriate).
  • Adapt TWA services to a correctional context, regularly meeting with jobseekers in prisons, jails, and halfway houses.
  • Support the planning and execution of TWA’s biannual virtual Second Chance Job Fairs.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for a caseload of jobseekers referred to TWA, providing vocational and case management services including intake interviews, written and video resume assistance, interview preparation, and job search counseling.
  • Complete other administrative duties as assigned.
  • Collaborate with the TWA team and volunteer job coaches to determine potential employment matches for each jobseeker.
  • Conduct regular check-ins with clients once employed, troubleshooting any job-related challenges and providing referrals to other community organizations as necessary.
Required Qualifications
  • Ability to work patiently and compassionately with individuals facing many challenges concurrently.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands and deadlines.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with resume writing.
  • Analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within 100 miles of the St. Louis Metropolitan area.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Recommended Qualifications
  • Experience working directly with persons who have severe mental illness, chemical dependency, cognitive disabilities or a dual diagnosis.
  • Experience working with justice-involved individuals in a workforce development context, providing resume assistance and guidance on interviewing and job search skills.
  • Experience serving individuals in correctional settings such as prisons, jails, or halfway houses.
Required Experience
4 year degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent work experience
Vaccine Protocol
Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment. Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.
Function
Staff Program Support
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.