Fedcap Rehabilitation, located in New York, NY, is seeking a full-time Employment Program Specialist. This job placement team role in our human services nonprofit allows you to coordinate and support employment programs for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. By being on-site and working closely with program participants, you have the chance to see the impact of your work directly. Not only are you able to make a difference, but you also receive a competitive wage of $22.12-$24.04/hr and a comprehensive benefits package.
Have we piqued your interest? It's easy to apply! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet with you soon!
DAY-TO-DAY AS AN EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM SPECIALIST
This full-time job placement role can expect to work regular business hours, Monday through Friday, with the occasional night or weekend required to accommodate program needs.
As an Employment Program Specialist with our awesome human services nonprofit, you take advantage of a range of cool responsibilities that will challenge you in the best way possible! You oversee participant recruitment, assessment, attendance, and follow-up - which means you to meet and work with some amazing individuals who are eager to learn and grow! You also collaborate with other organizations on referrals and enrollment, which means you get to build new relationships and make some great connections!
Using your excellent organizational skills you develop monthly quantitative and qualitative reports on program performance. You analyze attendance, delivery of employability workshops or education classes, and internship activities as another opportunity to showcase your awesome analytical talents! And speaking of showcasing your skills, you implement program curricula according to funder standards, process monthly billing paperwork according to funder requirements, and even analyze service delivery strategies and develop continuous improvement plans - all while being the ultimate rockstar Program Specialist on our job placement program's team!
You also manage contract implementation and monitoring performance targets, draft written products for a variety of presentations, and conduct enrollment sessions, individualized career exploration assessments, work readiness, and self-advocacy groups - all while having a blast doing it! You communicate with referring agency counselors on a regular basis and conduct case conferences, all while reporting to your supervisor and funder regarding program attendance, program participation, and program activities. Plus, you maintain participant files and prepare and submit reports according to the standards and requirements of the referring agency (ACCES-VR) like a true pro! As a representative of our awesome organization at partner and funders (ACCES-VR) meetings, you show off your amazing communication skills and enthusiasm for making a positive impact in the community through your work on our employment program team! You know that your work with our human services nonprofit is important and you enjoy going to work each day! You leave the office feeling proud, and well aware that you are making a difference in your community.
WHO WE ARE
In 1935, three men who had sustained injuries in WWI met in Times Square and literally changed the world for people with physical disabilities. Fedcap Rehabilitation Services provides an array of services to youth and adults, helping thousands of individuals graduate from high school, obtain vocational certification or a college degree, become work-ready, and obtain meaningful employment as they achieve long-term economic well-being.
Our human services nonprofit's mission is to create opportunities for people facing barriers to economic well-being. To achieve this mission, we strive to attract and retain talented, creative, and dedicated staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those on our employment placement team.
QUALIFICATION FOR AN EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM SPECIALIST
A master's degree is preferred but we will take all skills into consideration. Experience working in a nonprofit or human services setting is a huge plus. In this Employment Program Specialist role, you are expected to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team environment. You should also have a passion for helping others and a commitment to social justice and the nonprofit sector. If you meet these basic requirements, we encourage you to apply and join our job placement team of compassionate and dedicated human services professionals.
APPLY TODAY!
In this job placement position, you will have the opportunity to work closely with clients and other professionals in the nonprofit industry to make a meaningful impact on your community.
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our employment team and help us achieve our goals. Don't wait - apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in job placement with endless possibilities. Let's work together to make great things happen!
Location: 10017
