Employment Placement Coordinator - Youth

Heartland Human Care Services
Chicago, IL
Category Social Services
Job Description
Role Overview

This position is responsible for promoting and marketing organization services to employers, businesses, and vocational training/education providers to increase access and secure unsubsidized and career-oriented employment. The role involves providing qualitative analysis of employment service providers, representing the organization on committees, and collaborating with service provider networks and policy development groups.

What You Will Do

Develops and implements successful marketing strategies, recruits unsubsidized job slots, and performs mock interviews with program participants. Identifies entry-level and career track positions, develops and maintains an information bank regarding unsubsidized employment opportunities, and coordinates job fairs.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and three years of relevant experience, including working in employment-related social services and with populations with multiple barriers affecting employability. Experience placing individuals ages 18-24 in successful employment is preferred.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field
  • Three years of relevant experience
  • Experience working in employment-related social services
  • Experience working with populations with multiple barriers affecting employability
  • Valid driver's license

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) 3% Employer Contribution
  • Commuter benefits
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Disability insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Special Vendor Discounted Offerings on Travel, Amusement Parks, etc
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