Placement Counselor

When you love what you do, it’s not a job—it’s a calling. At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and fulfilling lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,500 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community for over 85 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals gain independence and economic security. We believe everyone deserves access to jobs, educational opportunities, and vital services.

We currently have an opportunity as a Placement Counselor. The Work Ready program provides employment-oriented services to those receiving Public Assistance benefits, including those who require specific help managing barriers to self-sufficiency.

This role, located in our office in Center City Philadelphia, offers flexibility and a hybrid environment. This position is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide appropriate community service sites, job search and job placement activities; place clients at those sites
• Arrange for on-site employer presentations
• Develop ongoing relationships with employers
• Facilitate employment and other related workshops

Skills & Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or two years of college course work (Associates degree) in psychology, education, social work, vocational or other allied and appropriate fields and at least two years’ experience in social agencies or special training may be substituted in lieu college degree.
• Appropriate experience (sales, job development) required
• Must have strong interpersonal communication skills, including verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and collaborate with a variety of customers in the Welfare to Work Industry.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (especially MS Word and Excel). Willingness to learn JEVS specific database.
• Personal vehicle preferred. Valid driver’s license and insurance needed.
• Adhere to JEVS Human Services Code of Conduct

What’s in it for you:

• 401(k), with company match
• Tuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level courses
• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Ample paid vacation and sick time
• 10-12 paid holidays per year
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Continuing education, professional development opportunities, retreats, and training
• Annual holiday party and office outings
• Wellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Dress-down Fridays
• Employee referral bonus
• Reimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expenses

The base pay for this position ranges from $40,500 to $49,500 and will vary based on factors such as skills and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation that JEVS Human Services provides to recognize employees for their work. JEVS provides competitive Benefits; we believe that benefits should support you at work and at home. Please visit the benefits page of our careers site for more details.

At JEVS, we are committed to ensuring all our employees feel included, valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work. We cultivate a culture where differences are valued, and we are putting resources and attention towards improving employee engagement, retention, and promotion of our talented staff.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core principles that guide how we cultivate leaders, build our teams, and create an environment that is the right fit for JEVS Human Services’ employees, our community partners, and the individuals we serve.

For more information about what it’s like to be a part of the JEVS team, visit our careers page at https://www.jevshumanservices.org/careers/

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided. Please contact your recruiter if you are in need of an accommodation during the interview process.

JEVS Human Services is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. The Agency will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person’s gender, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, disability, or membership in any other protected group. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided.