- Identify employment opportunities and supervise program participants with the job search process, including job matching, job fairs, networking, and other related employment workshops.
- Research, recruit, and secure available employment opportunities with businesses promoting the services available through the program.
- Provide follow-up services to participants that have completed training services maintaining their connection to the program until they have achieved their job placement.
- Represent The WorkPlace at events including chamber activities, job fairs and business expositions.
- Coordinate and host job fairs, employer recruitment, on/off site visits with employers to establish relationships and identify and develop job opportunities for participants.
- Maintain participant records to include eligibility documents, assessment forms, referral logs, and other documents as required.
- Assist participants with interviews preparation prior to all interviews to maximize the chance for successful outcomes.
- Research job market and employment trends and stay connected to the local American Job Center.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Ability to work with and support a diverse customer base.
- Knowledge of databases/case management systems.
- Comfortable making outgoing phone calls to businesses and organizations.
- Ability to motivate and establish a supportive professional relationship with participants.
- Commitment to assisting low-income and disadvantaged individuals in overcoming barriers to achievement and success in their personal and work lives.
- Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
- Multilingual preferred.
- Candidates demonstrating an interest in renewable energy are encouraged to apply.
- Involvement in community initiatives and service projects.
- Interest in actively participating in project development and contributing ideas.
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PLACEMENT SPECIALIST - Stratford, United States - The WorkPlace
Description
EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
Job Title: Placement Specialist (EnergyWorks Program)
Department: Operations
Reports To: Program Manager - CT P2E Program
Classification: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: $48,000 to $52,000
JOB SUMMARY
The WorkPlace's EnergyWorks initiative provides a comprehensive worker-centered strategy designed to train individuals for careers in the renewable energy and utilities sectors. The Placement Specialist will provide guidance, counseling, support, and other employment-related services to program participants. The Placement Specialist will establish and maintain activities to develop and secure job openings with local employers, market the program, and coordinate participant job placement activity. The Placement Specialist will establish relationships with employers and businesses, promoting the services provided by the program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following:
Responsible for own work and not normally required to direct or supervise other personnel but may occasionally instruct or show another employee how to perform the work.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college. At least one year of related experience. Sales and/or marketing experience desired.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
COMPUTER SKILLS
The ability to understand more advanced computer skills and be proficient in the advanced knowledge of software such as Microsoft Office as well as data management systems.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Travel Requirements
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Location
WorkPlace Lafayette
About the Organization
This position is currently accepting applications.
