Employment Resource Counselor (Parole)

General Description:

This full time position, under the supervision of the Program Director or Senior Case Manager, 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 immediate 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 Director and/or Senior Case Manager

Qualifications/Skill Requirement:

One year of demonstrated effective relevant experience in a community based human service organization serving the hard-to-place disadvantaged population.

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 high school diploma, (bachelor’s degree in Business, Criminal Justice or a Social Science preferred) and one-year of relevant work experience in an adult human service environment (job development and or career development experience preferred)

**Compensation is commensurate with experience.