Job Developer/Placement Specialist- YouthBuild Program

JOB DEVELOPER/PLACEMENT SPECIALIST- YOUTH BUILD

Employer/Post-Secondary Partnership Development:
o Develop and maintain partnerships in the public and private sectors that will provide career opportunities that are aligned with YouthBuild students’ interests and goals and link/connect
program and employers and pathways from pre-apprenticeship to registered apprenticeship whenever possible. This includes working with employers, unions, and other workforce
development agencies. When possible, target employers who fall within our best bet jobs model and offer positions that are suited for our participants.

o Work with the Director and Board in marketing the program to potential employers. This will include developing and making presentations about YouthBuild, as well as, meeting with
prospective employer partners to establish high-demand employment needs and contribute to YouthBuild program refinements in ways that meet employers’ needs and expectations. To deliver
all aspects of job placement and job development services resulting in optimal employment outcomes for individuals served.

o When and where possible, provide resources to employers regarding tax incentives, accommodations, applicable hiring laws, and targeted hiring preferences (see Section 3).

o Engage in business development activities regularly, including active participation in internal and external job placement professional groups, networking events, and advisory groups as assigned.

o Work with employers to develop committed MOUs.

o Cultivate and develop relationships for the purpose of building program and resource awareness and navigating post-secondary systems with higher education representatives, as well as other
identified institutions (community colleges, apprenticeship programs, certification programs, etc.), to include, but not limited to, the financial aid office, academic advising offices, administrative
offices, college support programs, and other appropriate contacts within each institution to meet the needs of participants (e.g., student services staff, academic advisors, financial aid counselors, program directors/deans, bookstore personnel, testing center staff, adult education personnel, etc.).

o Attend community networking meetings and training related to post-secondary education, accessing funding for post-secondary education, participant development, and placement. Identify
organizations and connections appropriate for increased involvement or placement opportunities for participants.

o Identify and broker connections to professional mentors and community partners in consultation with employment and college representatives to strengthen business-industry networks, obtain individualized and group career guidance, increase exposure to real-world work environments, and more fully develop positive career/academic identities.

o Develop and execute strategies for frequent and continuous job development using customer relationship management practices for building and maintaining long-term relationships.

o Identify schedules and manages guest speakers, construction site visits, job shadow experiences, informational interviews, and other activities that give participants exposure to the world of work.

o Cultivate existing relationships with local employers, workforce development centers, and training programs. Work in collaboration with the Director of Workforce Initiatives to increase the visibility of the program and recruit new potential employers/partners.

o Develop relationships with representatives from businesses, government organizations, and post-secondary education institutions that result in academic and employment placements for
participants and graduates (e.g., admission to college, full-time employment, etc.).

o Develop new relationships with employers in various high-growth industries and union/apprenticeship programs to increase placement opportunities. Perform business needs analysis, actively recruit talent, participate in networking events, remain current on the labor market needs and local business trends, use approved business collateral and grow the book of business contacts.

o Work closely with employers to maximize student employment retention and success by providing assessment conciliation and mediation services to employer and employee as part of the job
placement procedure.

YouthBuild Participant Development:
o Determine each individual’s level of need by identifying vocational strengths, interests, and barriers and develop individualized placement plans per identified goals and needs.

o Teach job-seeking skills to individuals, including but not limited to developing resumes and applications, identifying job leads, practicing interviewing skills, and negotiating job offers in group
facilitation and individual settings.

o Guide individuals in their job search by providing them with an array of available resources such as job clubs, networking, workshops, and classes.

o Provide support to meet the needs and preferences of each person during their job search, such as attendance at interviews and employer follow-up.

o Provide preparation assistance and feedback to individuals upon new job placement to create a supportive and successful foundation for the initial phases of employment.

o Facilitate all follow-up and retention activities with individuals as determined by their plans, preferences, and need on an ongoing basis. Career advancement and job growth strategies are
reviewed including service plan implementation and follow-up where relevant.

o Ensure comprehensive and seamless service delivery for all individuals by serving as the main contact and coordinator for the individual and other involved partners, persons, or agencies.

o Provide comprehensive updates and follow up with individuals, referral sources, and/or interdisciplinary team members (as required by funding source or program) regarding individual
progress.

o Demonstrate a positive collaborative team approach to support individual program plans, including referral to internal or external programs based on need and interest. Identify, coordinate, or refer for community resources/support services for barriers outside of work that are impacting the individual's success in job search or in the workplace.

o Develop and oversee an internship program for students. Match students to internships. Establish relationships with internship supervisors. Monitor internship progress.

o Facilitate a college planning session during the academy and assists colleagues with interview and/or resume workshops as schedule allows. Assist with navigation of the college
application/entrance process and/or onboarding into employment; provides and documents support for no less than one year after placement.

o Plan and execute transition team workshops for the purpose of supporting young adults’ transition to work and/or school. Develops term-to-term coursework and work success strategies
for the purpose of mentoring youth through various issues and challenges.

o Work as a key staff member to develop and grow alumni services. This will include organizing workshops that will increase the employability of young (additional certifications and training,
information sessions regarding job opportunities and other related tasks).

Administrative:
o Maintain complete and accurate records and files for all internal systems from intake through post-program follow-up.

o Provide thorough, timely, and accurate data entry in various external and funder-driven data systems to track program progress, community partner activities, and resource management.

o Report on activities as assigned in internal and grant-required databases