Job Developer

ABOUT JFS

For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.

OUR VALUES

Be a Mensch: We are ethical, kind, and admirable. We assume good intent and act with integrity. We are thoughtful and deliberative in how we support our clients, each other, and the community. “Choose generosity over judgmentevery time”

Be Purpose-Built:We create spaces and programs that respect clients’ individuality and opens access. We strive to meet the individual where they’re at and give them the tools to be successful

Be Resolute: We work with tenacity to identify problems, seek out solutions, and get things done. Even small steps forward are acts of resilience.

SUMMARY

The Job Developer is responsible for providing direct services to employable adults during the first twelve (12) months of resettlement, assisting with job preparation skills and creating a plan towards self- sufficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

A representative summary of tasks to be performed is provided below. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically stated in this description. The duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values, and operating principles of Jewish Family Services.

• Act as initial contact for new employers recruited to hire refugee clients.
• Target and develop relationship with specific employers in the placement and training of refugees into the work force.
• Break down and overcome the perceived barriers and challenges faced by newly arriving refugees seeking employment.
• Provide transportation assistance, language assistance, and job application assistance in early stages of securing job for client.
• Facilitate Job Readiness workshops for matching grant clients (those in the first 4 months of resettlement) and BRIA workshops for those in the 5-12 months of resettlement.
• Assist clients in developing a career plan, identifying employment opportunities, resume development, and developing interview skills. Monitor client’s career plan compliance and progress.
• Advocate for clients in resolving issues with employers.
• Maintain and review weekly job development reports (i.e. weekly job developer log, employment activity log, job referrals, placement report and other related).
• Manage R&P and Match Grant monthly reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Background working in the employment or human resource fields highly desirable or experience in an inside or outside sales function, including account management experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: