Employment Placement Specialist

Benefits Information Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Reduced Tuition Rates Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Pet Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Training Flexible Spending Account The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer Responsibilities The Employment/Education Coordinator conducts and oversees Re-Entry Center employment training and job development programs as well as General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preparation for all Re-Entry clients in need of those services. Learns, uses and models principles of the “What Works” system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members. Primary Duties and Responsibilities The Employment/Education Coordinator conducts employment assessments and creates individual employment plans for each assigned client using principles of the “What Works” system. Documents clients’ progress in the Company database. Conducts on‑going job preparation, job retention and life skills classes. The Employment/Education Coordinator establishes and oversees job preparation and computer skills training resources. Provides appropriate referrals for clients. Establishes and coordinates relationships with state and private employment agencies and vocational schools. The Employment/Education Coordinator arranges for client placement in vocational training in coordination with local vocational schools. Monitors client attendance and completion of training. Develops on‑the‑job support for clients who have been placed. The Employment/Education Coordinator conducts individual education assessments and creates educational plans for each referred client using principles of the “What Works” system. Documents clients’ progress in the Company database. Establishes and oversees computer learning lab for GED preparation and remedial education. The Employment/Education Coordinator provides clients with referrals for undergraduate and graduate studies. May facilitate psycho‑educational/behavior modification groups. Documents clients’ progress in Company database. The Employment/Education Coordinator may manage a small caseload of Re‑Entry clients using principles of the “What Works” system. Conducts risk/need assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned client. Provides case management services as needed. Documents all client contact in Company database. Assists other Re‑Entry Center staff with general operations to meet the needs of the program. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or employment‑related field required. Master’s Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or employment‑related field preferred. Appropriate state teaching certification preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with offender/minority populations in an adult educational setting using computer lab required. Some experience working with local area labor/employment market required. Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels. Good interpersonal skills with the ability to set boundaries. Good presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills. Good organizational skills and attention to detail. Good networking skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize appropriately. Solid computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of local area labor/employment market and community resources. Bi‑lingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr