Employment Specialist

Full Time
Newton, NJ 07860
Posted
Job description

Full-time professional needed to develop job opportunities in the community and work with at-risk individuals and families to break down the barriers to successful employment.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with local businesses, educational institutions, and organizations to develop employment opportunities in the community.
  • Identify and prepare candidates for available positions, including skills assessments, mock interviews, and assisting with resume and cover letter development.
  • Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews.
  • Manage and maintain information databases.
  • Follow up with job candidates and potential employers, including post-placement interviews and written correspondence.
  • Monitor job retention.
  • Create and present recruitment and status reports to agency leadership team.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, psychology, or similar discipline.
  • Proven work experience as an employment specialist or in a related field.
  • Ability to match candidates with job openings.
  • Advanced interviewing skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High-level organizational skills.
  • Computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.

On-site childcare, health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K plan available. Salary commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.

Send resume and cover letter to Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director, Project Self-Sufficiency, 127 Mill Street, Newton, NJ 07860; or fax to 973-940-3501; or apply online at https://www.projectselfsufficiency.org/jobs-newton-sussex-county-nj.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
Mask-wearing and social distancing protocol is in accordance with CDC guidelines.
Personal protective gear is available for all staff members.

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Newton, NJ 07860: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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