What are the responsibilities and job description for the SkillSpring DYCD Job Developer position at The New Jewish Home Career Center?
Position: Job Developer, SkillSpring DYCD
Location: Multiple Sites (All Five boroughs)
Reports To: Program Director DYCD
About SkillSpring:
SkillSpring, a workforce development program of The New Jewish Home, has supported New York City youth and young adults from under-resourced schools and communities in pursuing careers in health care since 2006. By training the next generation of high-quality, culturally competent health care professionals, SkillSpring generates excitement and enthusiasm for careers serving older adults.
Position Overview:
SkillSpring is seeking a Job Developer to manage our DYCD youth and young adult development programs. The Job Developer will oversee programs including HHA and CNA certifications, internship programs, performance workshops, community outreach, alumni engagement, and volunteerism. This full-time role requires flexibility in working mornings, evenings, and Saturdays at multiple sites, with hours, days, and locations varying based on seasonal changes.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide one-on-one employment case management and job search support, helping participants to set employment goals, create action plans and track progress towards meeting their individual goals.
- Facilitate and coordinate internal job readiness training program – 12 weeks long, 5-6 times per year, and coordinate 4-10 week internship placements for participants.
- Coordinate and facilitate monthly workforce readiness workshops for young adults and alumni seeking to grow in self-efficacy and employability.
- Foster relationships with internal New Jewish Home partners, government agencies and community-based organizations to facilitate young adult employment.
- Establish and maintain external collaborations with individuals and businesses to develop employment opportunities for young adults.
- Develop and maintain database/inventory of employment, training, and internship opportunities.
- Connect and place participants in high quality paid work experiences.
- Adherence to all WIOA contract regulations.
- Perform other related duties as required.
