Supported Employment Specialist Jobs in New York

Provides case management, including enhancement of adult daily living skills such as self-care, nutrition, and sanitary skills

Facilitates relationships between resident and landlord/property manager, and advocates for residents when necessary.

Supports and encourages resident participation in educational or vocational programs.

This position is responsible for coordinating services for recovery, employment, education, support groups, and housing.

Assists residents in obtaining housing that meets standards of quality set by HUD

Visits apartments at least twice a month with actual time frames determined by resident needs.

Associates Degree in Human Services discipline preferred. Three years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Basic knowledge of computer applications.

Paid Comprehensive Training and Certification Programs

Must be able to pass criminal background checks.

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Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Conduct outreach, recruitment and screening for mentors, financial coaches, trainers, community partners, and other volunteers for client workshops.

Canvas community and engage with community based homeless population to provide; DHS shelter referrals, COVID testing/vaccination information and other useful resources.

Canvas local businesses to solicit employment opportunities, volunteer work, training classes, etc.

Assist clients with resume building, job searching and interview techniques.

681 Clarkson Ave Bldg D, Bklyn

Demonstrated experience and skills in program development, project management, groups facilitation skills, and outreach.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent transferable professional and/or educational experience.

Previous experience in adult education is preferred.

Must have experience providing brief employment counseling, supporting people with cover letters, resumes, and job seeking.

Proven track record of timely data entry/detail oriented

Experience leading groups/presentations (bonus if it was on employment topics but not needed)

Alternatively, a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with vulnerable individuals.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

At Catholic Charities over 70% of our managers were promoted from within!

Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field.

Supplemental Benefits such as Telemedicine

Process authorizations and intakes of applicants referred to the ACES program.

Assist students individually with the completion of necessary forms (i.e., admissions, financial aid) and with negotiating various college systems.

Develop supportive relationships with students and maintain ongoing, continuous contact with them for as long as they are attending college.

Other duties and Wellness Team Tasks as assigned.

Familiarity and comfort with the postsecondary setting, college forms, procedures and systems

Bachelor's degree in business, management, human relations, or a related field

3+ years of experience in outside sales or job development with a proven track record

Requirements For This Employment Specialist Job

Strong understanding of all key activities that customers must complete to successfully gain and retain employment

Ability to receive clearance to Rikers Island

YOUR ROLE AS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

QUALIFICATION FOR AN EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Bachelor's degree in human services or a related field

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

DAY-TO-DAY AS AN EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM SPECIALIST

regular business hours, Monday through Friday

plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth

Excellent or proficient technical skills to perform tasks related to Microsoft Office, email and case management systems.

Develop, and maintain, systems for data and account management.

Match employer needs with client needs and qualifications to assist with placing clients in short-term and permanent placement opportunities.

Ability to adapt and successfully uphold job functions in a full remote workforce or hybrid in-person remote workforce environment.

Adhere to remote workforce policies, procedures and protocols.

3-5 years of relevant experience in the sales or business development sector.