Employment Resource Counselor

This full-time position, under the supervision of the Program Director, is responsible for developing employment opportunities and providing on-going employment counseling for a residential offender population.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (PERFORMS OTHER WORK-RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED BY IMMEADIATE SUPERVISOR)

• Developing and maintaining a bank of employment opportunity for an offender population
• Assisting employers in establishing recruiting standards, which will benefit the hard-to-place skilled disadvantaged applicant
• Helping residents develop job-search, job application and interviewing skills
• Empowering residents with pertinent information regarding federal, state and local employment laws
• Providing follow-up counseling for residents to ensure effective work ethics
• Facilitating one-on-one and group personal development sessions
• Preparing and providing accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company and contract guidelines
• Participating in mandated training and staff development activities
• Performing other job-related duties as may be required by the Program Director.
  
  

Qualifications/Skill Requirements

Two years of experience in duties relating to locating jobs for the general public or a specific population and one year of experience in job search and retention methods.

Knowledge

• Federal, State and local employment laws
• Employment opportunities convenient and conducive to the population served
• Employment principles and acceptable work ethics
• Available support services, including tools & opportunities for assessment and skill development
  
  

Abilities

• Plan, organize & control resources to meet the responsibilities and duties of this position
• Prepare and issue accurate, complete, and timely reports in accordance with company and contract guidelines
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all levels of the organization & the employment community
• Maintain clearance through contracting agency
  
  

Education Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor degree in the Social Sciences