Job Developer

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Summary / Objective

Under the supervision of the Shelter Manager, the Job Developer builds and maintains positive long-term relationships with industry representatives, community agencies, community colleges, and other training providers for the purpose of helping shelter residents obtain and maintain employment.

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessments with shelter residents to understand their strengths, needs, interests, aptitudes, and capabilities as it pertains to employment
• Assist clients to create and revise resumes as well as complete employment applications
• Maintain ongoing communication with shelter residents during while assisting with obtaining employment
• Knowledge of current labor market as well as experience using job search tools and resources
• Create and facilitate interactive job readiness workshops for shelter residents
• Develop, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with local employers
• Develop and manage a database of employers and / or industry representatives and maintain regular communication through appropriate channels
• Coordinate services with shelter residents, community agencies and training providers to include hiring fairs, supportive services activities.
• Plan and facilitate employment / career fairs that give shelter residents opportunities to meet with prospective employers
• Participate in community events, job fairs, and networking opportunities to secure leads and resources
• Create and manage case notes and data in a timely manner in the Homeless
• Management Information System (HMIS)

Education, Experience and Knowledge

Minimum : Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Experience working with at-risk populations or community outreach. Other skills / qualifications include :

• Strong knowledge of workforce development programs, services, and techniques
• Understanding of career and technical education, employment, and transitional issues
• Experience creating talent pipelines or talent acquisition
• Highly developed interpersonal communication skills, including taking initiative, negotiating, and building rapport
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team, as well as independently
• Strong written communication skills, including the preparation of letters, emails, website content, data reports, etc. using clear, concise, and grammatically correct language
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to de-escalate combative clients
• Experience with providing client assessment services
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Able to maintain high levels of confidentiality, credibility, and professionalism
• Proven experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, internet, internet email accounts, data entry, and computerized tutorials

Valid state of Maryland Drivers’ License and own transportation required

AAP / EEO Statement

Community Assistance Network is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.