Workforce Development Specialist/Worksite Specialist

This is primarily a community outreach, workforce development, and employment assistance role2. Most important experience to look for on resumesI would prioritize candidates with these five areas of experience:Community Outreach / Resident Engagement – Experience conducting outreach activities and recruiting participants for community programs.Workforce Development / Employment Services – Experience helping unemployed or underserved individuals access job training, employment opportunities, and career services.Requirements· Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.· Commitment to excellent customer service and passion for serving NYCHA residents.· Proficiency in MS Office and excellent data entry skills.· Past related professional experience, in community outreach, pre-screening, employment and retention or case management for job training or job readiness programs.· Ability to independently and as part of a teamTasks/ Duties Recruitment and outreachStakeholder and employer engagement/communicationParticipant support, communication, employment assistance, and retention supportData entry, progress notes and outcome tracking and reporting