Location: Newton,NJ, USA
Full-time professional needed to develop job opportunities in the community and work with at-risk individuals and families to break down the barriers to successful employment.Responsibilities:•Work with local businesses, educational institutions, and organizations to develop employment opportunities in the community.•Identify and prepare candidates for available positions, including skills assessments, mock interviews, and assisting with resume and cover letter development.•Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews.•Manage and maintain information databases.•Follow up with job candidates and potential employers, including post-placement interviews and written correspondence.•Monitor job retention.•Create and present recruitment and status reports to agency leadership team.Requirements:•Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, psychology, or similar discipline.•Proven work experience as an employment specialist or in a related field.•Ability to match candidates with job openings.•Advanced interviewing skills.•Good communication and interpersonal skills.•High-level organizational skills.•Computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.On-site childcare, health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K plan available. Salary commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.