Job Developer

COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS INC • Waterbury, CT

2d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

CSI is in need of a Job Developer to join our Chase Center program located in Waterbury, CT. The program is an adult residential facility that administers assessments, monitors clients' compliance with service plan goals, and involves clients in services that address their criminogenic tendencies. Though case management, supervision, and provision of evidence-based groups, clients gain the tools and support necessary for successful community re-entry. The Job Developer is responsible for providing guidance, counseling, support and other employment related services to program participants. They will be responsible for working to establish relationships with employers and businesses, promoting the services provided by CTWorks and providing follow-up services to participants with a focus effort toward employment. Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. Hourly Rate: $22.10 per hour

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a social science field or substantial experience in working with clients for job readiness, developing community resources, initiating and maintaining contacts with the employment community or other job development related activities.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills desired.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a car is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of job development and employment resources a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify employment opportunities and assist program participants with the job search process, including leading job clubs and presentation of workshops.
• Create and build new relationships with businesses promoting the services available through CTWorks.
• Provide follow-up services to program participants that have received intensive or training services, maintaining regular contact with participants.
• Represent Community Solutions, Inc. at events such as: chamber activities, job fairs and business expositions.
• Develop and coordinate such events.
• Coordinate job fairs, recruitments, and on/off site visits with employers to establish relationships, identify and develop job opportunities for participants.
• Document employer contacts in CSSD data collection system on the same business day contact occurs.
• Participate in meetings with the supervisors and job developers in the Business Services Unit assigned to CTWorks.
• Maintain client files and comply with Agency policy on confidential information.
• Maintain a working knowledge of and abide by the Agency’s programs, policies, procedures and code of ethics.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Two (2) weeks’ vacation accrued within the first year, bumped to three (3) weeks accrual after 1 year of service.
• Sick time (7 days accrual basis), floating holiday time (4 days/year).
• Medical and Dental plans.
• Voluntary plan options for: Vision, FSA, voluntary STD, Accident, Hospital, Life insurance and AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan with automatic enrollment and a company match of 100% up to 4% of your contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year service.
• Ongoing training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree