Director of Employment Services

Seeking a Full Time Director of Employment Services to join our Buffalo Area Services Team

Our Full Time Opportunities Offer

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time, and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Comprehensive Health Care Coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
• Company Paid Basic Term Life Insurance for Employee
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Christmas Bonus
  
  
  

Scope And Purpose Of Position

To direct and plan all programming aspects related to the job readiness and placement for individuals facing multiple barriers to self-sustaining employment. This includes, but is not limited to, programming for individuals and families leading to the ultimate goal of self-sufficiency. These activities will conform to and be provided within The Salvation Army procedures and philosophy.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for documentation in compliance with Agency and contract requirements, including but not limited to Erie County Department of Social Services, The United Way and The Salvation Army.
• Provide extensive case management, intake and assessment for highly complex cases.
• Participate in networking with community coalitions of service providers as appropriate.
• Participate in networking with funders working toward a common goal of client self-sustainability while maintaining a high level of referrals.
• Oversee compliance with funding and licensing sources.
• Provide daily oversight and training of staff and department activities.
• Recruit appropriate staff members in accordance with contract requirements.
• Conduct employment counseling sessions as necessary.
• Oversee maintenance of up-to-date and accurate case files.
• Provide direct supervision of various program aspects including, but not limited to, workshops, GED and community service volunteers.
• Provide advocacy for client base, as necessary, with government sources.
• Advocate and initiate process for individuals requiring referral to other sources.
• Provide workshops/information sessions in individual and group settings as required.
• Assist with and oversee relevant curriculum preparation for information sessions.
• Maintain program fidelity at all times as required.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate inventory and other data as required.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Participate in internal staff meetings as required.
• Identify and participate in fundraising opportunities and grant acquisition as requested, follow-up activities for successful completion of grant requirements.
• Be available for out-of-area travel as may be required.
• Exhibit fiscal responsibility.
• Acquire up-to-date research on relevant subject matter related to employment issues, which relate to the target population (four synopses per year).
• Participate in all other duties and activities as requested or assigned.
  
  
  

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree with three to five years of related experience.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Supervisory skills a must.
• Experience working with diverse populations dealing with multiple barriers to self-sufficiency,
• Valid NYS Driver License that meets The Salvation Army insurance requirements.
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.