Employment Specialist for Reentry Program

First- Tek is currently seeking a Employment Specialist for Reentry Program for a contract position working for a non-profit organization in Newport News.

Schedule will be 8am to 5pm, M-F. Varied hours to assist clients when needed (evenings / weekends).

Assist with resume development, teach classes, connect with employers to determine needs

Job Summary :

This position is responsible for assisting individuals in the job search process. This includes facilitation and one-on-one coaching to assist the program participant in finding a job. This position will also work with local businesses to locate available positions to refer clients to. Must be willing to travel to other Hampton Roads cities to deliver training .

Job Duties :

• Develop collaborative partnerships with agencies and employer partners in the Hampton Roads service area.
• Provides community outreach activities to recruit program participants
• Conduct client intake to include obtaining demographics, proof of income, etc.
• Maintains client files to include documentation of progress notes.
• Create an individualized service plan and portfolio for each participant.
• Assist with resume development of clients to strengthen volunteer experience, work history, and skill development before, and after intensive counseling.
• Assist workforce training and placement coordinator in coordinating job fairs, hiring events, and seminars for job seekers.
• Manage data entry into the VA Workforce Connection labor exchange database for the Commonwealth and the EmpowOR software for share case management.
• Facilitates workforce related courses (i.e., interviewing techniques, resume writing) and other life skills enrichment seminars.
• Screens and refers program participants to available job openings.
• Coach applicants in preparation for job interviews and job placement.
• Contacts prospective employers to locate job openings.
• Maintains working relationships with employers.
• Conducts employment follow-up activities after client is hired for a period of ninety days.
• All other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

First - Tek provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetics, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, First Professional Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, tuition assistance, education, social recreation programs and benefits.