New England Center and Home for Veterans · 10 hours ago
Employment & Training Specialist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$53K/yr - $55K/yr
2+ years expNew England Center and Home for Veterans is dedicated to supporting Veterans, and they are seeking an Employment and Training Specialist. The role involves providing job placement assistance and training to Veterans at risk of homelessness, helping them secure quality employment through individualized support and outreach.
Homeless ShelterNon Profit
Responsibilities
Engage Veterans and establish trusting, collaborative relationships to assist Veterans in obtaining training and employment that best meets their needs and interests
Work collaboratively with Veterans to identify their strengths and barriers to develop Individualized Employment Plans capturing each Veteran’s self-identified employment and training goals
Complete employment and training intakes, employment case notes, scanned documents, and other required documentation in ETO to meet funder and agency requirements by the deadline
Actively seek job opportunities using a variety of techniques, including employer outreach, internet research, employment networks, job fairs, community outreach, presentations at community based organizations, and other creative initiatives
Provide Veterans information on eligible benefits including but not limited to the SSI/SSDI Work Incentives, PASS Plan, and Trial Work Periods
Provide ongoing follow-along and placement support and follow up to improve job, training and school retention, and ensure accurate reporting
Respond to issues of employers, schools, training and Veterans served
Work in a collaborative manner with Human Services staff to coordinate and monitor employment goals with input from the Veteran, Case Manager and Housing Specialist
Hold consistent office hours in the Merrimack Valley to provide employment and training services to Veterans
Monitor the computer labs throughout the day to assure Veterans are using the labs appropriately, labs are clean and tidy, and work to resolve any technology issues with IT as needed
Conduct outreach and in/outreach services to Veterans living in the Center and in the community so they are aware of and connected to employment and trainings services
Complete all documentation in a timely, thorough manner
Conduct employment related groups and trainings as needed
Develop employer contacts to learn about local businesses and employer needs
Coordinate and implement outreach, education and support to employers
Strive to deliver the highest customer service experience to all internal and external customers
Ability to embrace and demonstrate NECHV’s Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models within all aspects of the work
Attend and actively participate in department, case conferencing and program meetings/trainings as required
Take initiative to perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
2 to 5 years' experience with job development, employment and/or case management
Ability to work one on one with underserved populations facing multiple barriers
Experience working with a population facing multiple barriers (examples: histories of incarceration, behavioral health diagnoses, homelessness and minimal employment histories)
Experience delivering job readiness/workforce development curriculum, training and presentations, curriculum development a plus
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff and teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Valid Massachusetts Driver's License
Ability to travel throughout Eastern Massachusetts, particularly Essex and Middlesex Counties, and work at the Boston and Haverhill sites and in the community, as needed
A passion for working with at-risk Veterans that may face a multitude of challenges
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Ensure the highest standard of Veteran confidentiality is maintained
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and databases
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff, agencies, and organizations
Ability to work with complex, homeless and at risk Veteran population
Maintain strong personal and professional boundaries
Company
New England Center and Home for Veterans
The New England Center and Home for Veterans (NECHV) is one of the Nation’s largest private community-based providers of human services to Veterans who are experiencing challenges following their military service.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kevin Ward
Senior Vice President Strategy & CFO
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