Senior Employment Specialist

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley Current Job Opportunities 9/10/2026 Senior Employment Specialist (CV162-1) - Reentry Services Division Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is looking to hire a Senior Employment Specialist will report to the Director and will become part of the treatment team. The successful applicant will: Assist clients in obtaining employment by linking clients with jobs and educational/training opportunities. Be responsible forthe development of community contacts and resources for jobs and training. Establish and maintain contacts with employers and other groups potentially interested in hiring clients as well as other community-based organizations promoting job development. Conduct career counseling and vocational assessments Visit all work sites Conduct job readiness and job retention classes. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication. Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet Volunteers of America Delaware Valley's driver standards. Credentials/Abilities: Aminimum of an Associates Degree in the Human Services field and two years experience in vocational counseling and job placement. Experience in working with clientele in the following areas; job placement and employability skills, career networking, assertiveness, knowledge of local labor market and job opportunities. EEO of "Individuals with Disabilities" and "Veteran Status"/AA #J-18808-Ljbffr