Employment Training Specialist

EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST

5900 East Virginia Beach Blvd. Suite 102, Janaf Office Building Norfolk, 23502

Summary of Primary Duties

Conduct intakes and assessments of returning citizens.

Provide appropriate community resources and referrals.

Conduct interviews with job applicants to assess their skills and qualifications

Provide guidance and support to job seekers in their employment search

Develop and deliver training programs to enhance job readiness and employability skills

Assist with resume writing, cover letter preparation, and job application completion

Collaborate with employers to understand their hiring needs and match qualified candidates

Attend Reentry Organizations and trainings.

Facilitate classes on Reentry in Correctional facilities per curriculum

Conduct outreach activities to recruit potential job seekers

Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress

Knowledge of Case Plans, development of Individual Service Plans and Individual Employment Plans.

Requirements: Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Urban Studies, Human Services Counseling, Education, or similar fields of study, Corrections, Law Enforcement. Prior Military are invited to apply. Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Type: Full-time and part-time

Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate: Home Office -Janaf Office Building, 5900 East Virginia Beach Blvd. Suite 102 Norfolk, Virginia, 23502

• Reports to: Executive Director and in the absence of the Executive Director with the Assistant Director.

Job Requirements

• Coordination: Coordinates with other Employment & Training Specialists, Case Managers, Instructors, Virginia Employment Commission, Workforce Development Virginia State Probation and Parole, Department of Social Services, housing organizations and other supportive groups.
• Conduct intake and assessment of returning citizens.
• Provide appropriate community resources and referrals.
• Conduct interviews with returning citizens to assess their skills and qualifications.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance job readiness and employability skills.
• Assist with resume development, cover preparation and online job application
• Collaborate with employers to understand their hiring needs and match qualified candidates to their job (review offenses that some employers will take and not accept in their employment such as Barrier Crimes).
• Attend reentry council meetings and training that occur both in person and on Zoom.
• Facilitate in-person and Zoom pre-release classes that will be held in local, regional, and state institutions. The classes will be based on our thirteen-week curriculum.
• Conduct outreach activities to recruit potential clients
• Maintain accurate records of all client contacts, activities, and progress by using the STEP-UP database to record and document.
• Follow-up on all returning citizens on a regular basis for up to two years to see their status and to provide additional services and support where needed.
• Prepare reports monthly and quarterly on time through the use of the STEP-UP data base
• Subsidiary Activities All activities will be coordinated with the Executive Director and in the absence of the Executive Director with the Assistant Director.

Job Requirements

The Employment Training Specialist will devote 100% (Full-time) to the operation of the contract which they are representing. Any specific appointments to reentry board(s) or committees will be approved by the Executive Director

The Employment Training Specialist should be available to attend meetings which might occur before or after the regular workday and if necessary to attend meetings, conferences or training courses on week-ends. In addition, some of the meetings may require overnight stays out of area. The specialist may be assigned other duties by the Executive Director or Assistant Director as deemed necessary to carry out an effective program.

Minimum Education Requirements/Other Experience

A. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field of study

B. Strong interpersonal and communication skills

C. Ability to effectively interview and assess returning citizens.

D. Knowledge of employment and state laws regarding former offender

E. Experience in mentoring or coaching individuals preferred.

F. Proficient computer skills

G. Must have own reliable transportation.

H. Driver’s License Required The Employment Training Specialist should be available to attend meetings which might occur before or after the regular workday and if necessary to attend meetings, conferences or training courses on week-ends. In addition, some of the meetings may require overnight stays out of area. The specialist may be assigned other duties by the Executive Director or Assistant Director as deemed necessary to carry out an effective program.

Minimum Education Requirements/Other Experience A. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field of study

B. Strong interpersonal and communication skills

C. Ability to effectively interview and assess returning citizens.

D. Knowledge of employment and state laws regarding former offender

E. Experience in mentoring or coaching individuals preferred.

F. Proficient computer skills

G. Must have own reliable transportation.

H. Driver’s License Required

Join our team of dedicated Employment Specialists and make a difference in the lives of job seekers. Apply now!

A Criminal Background check is required in order to facilitate groups in correctional facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Mileage reimbursement

Work Location: In person