Global Kids Job Developer (Part-time)
Global Kids (GK) educates inspires and mobilizes youth to become global citizens who are positively engaged in the world and are prepared for their future. As a Job Developer within our organization you will play a pivotal role in connecting high school youth with meaningful employment opportunities fostering their professional growth and supporting them in realizing their potential. This is a part-time position located at one of our Queens sites.
Responsibilities :
- Identifying Employment Opportunities for Youth : Research identify and cultivate partnerships with local businesses organizations and industries to create diverse job opportunities suitable for Global Kids participants.
- Networking and Outreach : Establish and maintain relationships with employers community leaders and stakeholders in key industries to promote the hiring of Global Kids participants. Attend networking events job fairs and industry conferences to expand employment opportunities.
- Participant Support : Provide case management and 1-1 support for students including SEL and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support to ensure that all students receive appropriate services across tiers and to match students with suitable employment opportunities. Support can also include resume building interview preparation and career coaching.
- Employer Engagement : Act as a liaison between Global Kids participants and employers to facilitate the recruitment and hiring process. Advocate for the inclusion of diverse talent and promote the benefits of hiring youth from underserved communities.
- Program Compliance : Maintain DYCD contractual obligations including a focus on compliance around participants and worksites including but not limited to worksite monitoring and documents collection review and maintenance across sites and participants.
- Monitoring and Evaluation : Track the progress of Global Kids participants in their employment journey. Collect feedback from both employers and participants to evaluate the effectiveness of job placements and identify areas for improvement.
- Program Development and Facilitation : Collaborate with program managers and stakeholders to develop initiatives that enhance the employability skills of Global Kids participants such as weekly workshops mentorship programs and skill-building activities.
- Data Management : Maintain accurate records of job placements participant profiles and employer partnerships using relevant databases and software. Generate reports on program outcomes and impacts for internal and external stakeholders.
- Program Facilitation : Facilitate youth engagement college and career readiness and global citizenship programs aligning with Global Kids mission.
- Administration : Perform general administrative duties such as maintaining records managing database systems monitoring payroll for youth participants and performing participant payroll.
- Operational Flexibility : Contributes to a team-first environment by assisting with tasks outside of primary responsibilities when necessary to ensure smooth operations and collective success.
- Other tasks assigned : Based on the needs of the program site and participants the job developer may be asked to complete other assignments in alignment with the organizations mission and values.
Qualifications :
Proven experience in workforce development job placement or career counseling preferably with youth from diverse backgrounds.Strong networking and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage employers and community partners effectively.Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.Strong communication writing organizational and technology skills.Understanding of labor market trends employment laws and industry requirements.Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing environments.Computer literate including experience with all Microsoft Office software packages; local area networks and efficient use of the InternetCommitment to the mission and values of Global Kids with a passion for empowering youth and promoting social justice.Fluency in other languages is a plus (particularly Spanish)Salary / Benefits : This part-time salaried position has a salary of $25-27 per hour. GK also offers vacation time off personal days sick time and possibilities for travel. GK staff can also access retail discounts through our Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Global Kids Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race sex color national origin religion age citizenship mental or physical handicap or disability marital status sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We continue to support and promote equal employment opportunity human dignity and diversity.
Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
Bidding,Apps,Benefits,Corporate Recruitment,Android Development
Employment Type : Part-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Hourly Salary Salary : 25 - 27