Employment Specialist
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Employment Specialist

African American Planning Commission

Job Location : New York,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-09T07:09:57Z

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Reporting Relationships: Employment Specialists report to the Director of Social Services. Principal Duties And Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Director of Social Services, Employment Specialists are expected to perform the following principal duties and responsibilities.

  • Provide new clients with an overview of AAPCIs employment program philosophy and services at client orientation sessions and/or individual intake meetings.
  • Assist clients in attaining their employment-related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside AAPCI.
  • Work collaboratively with case managers, housing specialists, and the case manager supervisor to manage changes in employment goals and/or barriers to securing employment.
  • Assist with collecting paystubs and other proof of income from shelter residents, as requested by the Program Director.
  • Develop internal AAPCI curriculum to address shelter residents employment needs.
  • Facilitate a series of regular scheduling of employment-related Workshops.
  • Build partnership with staffing/job placement agencies, training, and education providers to support residents literacy, verbal and writing skills.
  • Assist shelter residents in preparation for interviews, resume building, skills building through advocacy and referrals.
  • Schedule interviews with potential employers in the community.
  • Manage and track employment placements of shelter residents.
  • Offer guidance and resources to acquiring interview clothing, grooming, etc.
  • Teach residents how to advocate for themselves when seeking employment in the community.
  • Task residents to complete employment logs to track job applications and interview progression.
  • Meet with employed and unemployed residents regularly (biweekly, monthly, etc.)
  • Document all interactions and efforts with each resident in CARES.
  • Provide resources for free tax preparation in collaboration with DHS and other funder- related activities.
  • Perform other related duties as may be requested.
Minimal Qualifications Degree Requirement: Bachelors degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology, education, business, liberal arts, etc.) with at least one (1) -two (2) years experience or,
  • Associate Degree in a related field (Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Business, Liberal Arts, etc.) with at least 2-3 years experience.
Other Qualifications
  • Familiarity with NYC Shelter System with any population; single adults, mental health, substance use, HIV/AIDS, or any other related field.
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on providing excellent client services; Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external partners.
  • Ability to exercise good judgement and apply problem solving skills.
  • Experience working collaboratively in a team-oriented and outcomes-focused environment.
  • Ability to monitor and manage variety of tasks assigned.
Compensation And Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of New York State and City pay transparency laws. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individuals competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience and performance in the role. Compensation The base salary compensation being offered for this role is $66,939.60. Benefits AAPCI provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
  • Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental & Vision
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Retirement Benefits Plan (403B)
  • You may also get your college student debt forgiven tax free on Federal Direct Loans created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF, if you work full-time and after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a Qualifying Repayment Plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer AAPCI is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Seniority level
  • Seniority level Entry level
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Human Resources
  • Industries Non-profit Organizations

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