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Employment Specialist

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New York, NY, United States
Full-time

Founded in 1975, Urban Pathways provides homeless New Yorkers with the services and assistance necessary to become stable develop their ability to live independently and move into housing, ultimately benefiting from the pride and security that comes with having a home. As a data-driven and innovative leader, Urban Pathways ensures that homeless and at-risk New Yorkers have the housing, services and support they need to be self-sufficient.

Areas of Responsibility: 

Works closely with clients to develop employment plans that fit individual client aptitude, education level, physical ability and career goals.

  • Works closely with the Program Director to generate appropriate employment opportunities for clients.
  • Assists clients with employment-related issues including development of resumes, cover letters, completion of job applications, and developing interviewing techniques.
  • Provides counseling to clients and provides support and feedback on workplace issues.
  • Monitors computer labs and assists clients with learning computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
  • Conducts field work including but not limited to accompanying clients to job interviews.
  • Maintains and submits all necessary documents and reports as required by Urban Pathways, regulatory and funding agency policies, procedures, and regulations.   
  • Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions, as required. 
  • Develops and maintains relationships with community services and resources.   
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or other related field preferred.
Skills/Experience: 

Minimum two years of experience with mentally ill, formerly homeless people preferred.

  • Experience with developing and running psycho-educational groups.
  • Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel, etc).
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with on-line chart record data bases such as AWARDS a plus.
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
  • Required to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Urban Pathways offers an attractive benefits package to eligible employees including:

  • Generous paid holiday, vacation, sick and personal leave benefits
  • Health and Dental Plans
  • A 403(b) Tax Sheltered-Annuity Plan
  • An employer contribution Defined Contribution Profit Sharing Plan (ERISA 404(c))
  • NYS Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • Commuter Benefit Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Supplemental Short Term Disability
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
How to Apply: 

TO APPLY: Please check out our Career Opportunities at https://cyberrecruiter.urbanpathways.org/CyberWeb/

 

Organization Info

Urban Pathways

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY
Annual Budget : 
$10-50M
Size: 
201-500 employees
Founded: 
1975
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Mission: 

As a data-driven and innovative leader, Urban Pathways ensures that homeless and at-risk New Yorkers have the housing, services and support they need to be self-sufficient.

Programs: 

Outreach 

The Olivieri Drop-In Center

Safe Havens

Permanent & Temporary Supportive Housing

Medical Wellness Program

Career Enhancement

Why Work For Us?: 

Urban Pathways will be a leader in creating a society in and around New York City in which our clients achieve and sustain independence, stability and wellness as fully integrated members of their communities.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 28 2017
Active Until: 
Oct 28 2017
Hiring Organization: 
Urban Pathways
industry: 
Nonprofit