BronxWorks aims to help individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being by connecting them with employment and training opportunities, particularly through programs like PACT/RAD development and the Section 3 federal program, to build a stronger community.
Requirements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and client management software.
- Proficiency with database systems (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with the Section 3 program and the local workforce development is a plus
Responsibilities
- Work with PACT/RAD development program to connect residents with employment opportunities.
- Work as part of a team to help residents of a PACT/RAD-converted housing development secure long-term, sustainable employment.
- Work with connecting residents with employment and training opportunities created through the Section 3 federal program, which mandates that economic opportunities generated by HUD-assisted projects go to low- and very low-income residents.
- Build and maintain relationships with employer partners including construction companies, property management firms, service providers, and other stakeholders involved in the PACT/RAD development and community.
- Serve as the primary contact for employers interested in partnering with the program for recruitment and hiring.
- Provide supportive services to help residents maintain employment and advance their careers
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with all reporting requirements.
Other
- Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, business, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 2+ years of experience in job development, workforce development, or employment counseling, preferably with underserved or special populations.
- Experience working with populations facing barriers to employment (e.g., formerly incarcerated individuals, unhoused individuals, opportunity youth, etc.) is highly desirable.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Bilingual ability (e.g., Spanish-English) is a plus
- A proactive, results-oriented attitude with a high degree of empathy and discretion.
- Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English language is required.
- Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is mandatory
- Must be able to work some evenings or weekends to attend community events.
- Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
- Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
- Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
- Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.
