TEMP Workplace Safety Training Specialist - EXT

Description

Summary : The TEMP Workforce Development Specialist will assist the Workforce Development Coordinator in providing employment support and job placements for Day Laborers in Yonkers and NYC. Responsibilities include recruiting and screening participants for job readiness, identifying and addressing barriers to employment, and making referrals to job training and work experience programs for employment-ready participants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : include the following and other duties may be assigned :

Operational responsibilities :

• Research prospective employers in NYC and Westchester aligned with Day Laborer Program (DLP) trainings; collaborate with the Workforce Development Coordinator on outreach, job fairs, and job postings.
• Conduct employment intakes and assessments, provide guidance to participants facing barriers, and make referrals for those with physical or mental disabilities.
• Secure and coordinate job placements through employer outreach, administrative support, and follow-up to address any workplace issues.
• Support ongoing employment needs, including job upgrades, vocational training, and career development opportunities.
• Prepare monthly reports on job placements, worker engagement, and workshops; assist with funding contract deliverables

Supportive Services Responsibilities

Administrative Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education and / or experience required :

Skills, Licenses, and / or competences required :

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work :

This is a Full-Time position, Monday – Friday, and will require flexibility for some weekend and evening hours, to meet program participants’ needs.

Working Conditions and physical demands required :

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.