What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Placement Specialist position at Volunteers of America Upstate NY?
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Description
Make a difference in a familys life!
Volunteers of America Upstate New Yorks continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support services. We provide long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and poverty by helping the people we serve overcome obstacles and develop healthier, more self-sufficient lives.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Life Skills and Employment will work both individually and in a group setting with residents in the agencys Permanent Supportive Housing First Program for Chronically Homeless Adults. The Life Skills and Employment Specialist will be responsible to design and implement a life skills and employment based curriculum that fits the needs of our residents and helps to achieve program goals. . The Life Skills and Employment Specialist will also use stages of change and supported employment methodology in their work.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Design and implement a life skills curriculum for residents of VOAs Permanent Supportive Housing Program for Chronically Homeless Adults based on identified needs.
- Hold appropriate, engaging individual and group life skills sessions including sessions on money management, personal hygiene, nutrition, daily coping mechanisms, household cleanliness and safety, budgeting, interpersonal communication, and landlord/tenant relationships.
- Assess residents educational, vocational and employment abilities, needs, and interests.
- Arrange or provide educational and vocational assistance
- Teach basic job skills, including but not limited to: interviewing skills, development of a resume, appropriate attire, communication with supervisor and co workers, etc...
- Provide basic computer skills classes
- Assist in job identification and placement for residents who demonstrate an interest and readiness
- Arrange for weekly social and recreational activities for residents
- Log resident contact and communication and provide to social worker
- Participate in case conferences as necessary
- Assist with data collection and reporting
- Assist with each clients assessment and the development of a service plan for each client
- Transport residents to activities, appointments, or job related functions.
EDUCTION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors of Science in Social Work, Psychology or Human Services or related field required.
- Minimum 2-53 years experience in community residential programs working with homeless population.
- 1-3 years supervisory experience
- Experience providing employment and life skills training
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task in an ever-changing environment
- Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Current Red Cross first aid training certificate preferred.
- Valid NYS Drivers License-that meets VOA driving requirements
- COVID 19 Vaccination
.VOA provides comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including:
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life & LTD Insurance
- 403(b), & more!
Volunteers of America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Qualifications
Salary : $20 - $21
