Westhab, Inc. · 7 hours ago
Workshop Facilitator
Ridgewood, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45K/yr - $52K/yr
2+ years expWesthab, Inc. is a prominent community development organization that provides housing and supportive services for vulnerable members of the community. The Workshop Facilitator is responsible for offering case management and employment readiness services, coordinating workshops, and helping participants overcome barriers to employment.
Non ProfitReal EstateResidentialSocial
Responsibilities
Conduct program orientation and intake
Conduct individual needs assessments to identify strengths and barriers by using a variety of interviewing techniques focusing on the needs of the participants working with the employment specialist
Review Individual Service Plans for residents participating in workshops to address barriers to employment and action steps to address those barriers
Assist with referrals to general equivalency degree completion and/or vocational training
Facilitate an intense job readiness attitudinal training component; coordinate leadership, community service and mentoring opportunities
Track and evaluate program participation and workshop attendance
Meet with participants on an individual basis to monitor progress while attending workshops; identify resources to meet supportive service (i.e., tutoring) and review progress towards goal attainment as identified on the Individual Employment Plan
Assist with placement in internships, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities
Build relationships with employers, community-based organizations and government agencies to promote collaboration, solve problems, and identify resources for participants
Follow procedures with regard to recordkeeping, documentation, confidentiality, and maintaining case files
Collaborate and conference with program partners as deemed appropriate to coordinate services and implement the program
Ensure program compliance especially as it relates to reporting within the database and program outcomes
Qualification
Required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good customer service skills, both in person and by telephone
Good organizational skills
High attention to detail
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to prioritize work assignments
Ability to maintain confidentiality
BA Degree in Human Services, Social Work and/or other related fields, or extensive experience working with adults
At least 2 years of experience working with disadvantaged/hard to serve adults
Strong computer skills
Strong commitment to young people and re-orientating their lives
Ability to handle crisis situations with minimum supervision
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
Experience in delivering training or workshops
Company
Westhab, Inc.
Westhab’s mission is: Building Communities. Changing Lives.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
The Alliant Credit Union FoundationTD Charitable Foundation
2022-07-21Grant
2022-03-08Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Richard Nightingale
President & CEO
Jim Coughlin
Chief Operating Officer
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