Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Summary

The Oakland Dream Center is a transitional housing program for returning citizens. Our priority to ensure an aspirational respectful environment that allows men to thrive in their responsibility, reintegration and restorative justice.

Job Summary:

Supports residents in job searching and placement.

Establishes and maintains working relationships with employers, industry organizations, and public agencies to source job openings and secure employment and vocational training opportunities for clients.

Evaluates individual's background, skills, and interest and matches to potential job openings or training programs.

Coaches and prepares candidate for interview and entry into the workforce.

Assists residents in the development and enhancements of their resumes and application completion.

Match applicant skills and experience with employer's requirement.

Record and evaluate applicant education, experience, training, knowledge and skills.

Facilitate employment and other associated group sessions for residents.

Effective Communication and interpersonal skills

Essential Functions:

Adheres to centers practices and policies.

Maintains informed communication by utilizing all forms of technology including email and posted communication, etc.

Possess good social and communication skills

Is consistently attentive to residents and gives prompt, courteous service.

Keeps management informed when problems may interfere with work being completed or resident issues.

Responds appropriately to inquiries and complaints from residents.

Makes cold calls to potential employers and explains the benefits and employment support services provided by programs to employers, including addressing employer's special needs;

Accommodates changes in workload within the center.

During light workload situations, seeks out additional tasks/duties to complete.

Demonstrates flexibility in accepting schedule and work assignments.

Communicates needs/concerns, etc. to management.

Host an annual job fair for employers and residents

Attend job fairs of local organizations and employers.

Responsibly completes procedures scheduled during the shift without interference to the quality of work.

Accepts and understands verbal and written instructions

Demonstrates and maintains good time management skills.

Projects confidence, honesty and reliability to residents and businesses (owners/managers)

Proficient in Microsoft office suite (word, excel, PowerPoint)

Maintains a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the residents.

Maintains the pulse of the local hiring market and employer needs.

Maintains accurate logs of resident's and employer interactions and progress.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills or Other Qualifications:

Required:

Must have excellent verbal, written communications and reading skills.

Ability to perform simple calculations by hand or with use of a calculator.

Must be able to work well with others and perform a variety of tasks under supervision.

Maintain a personal vehicle and proper automobile insurance coverage for duration of employment.

Ability to delegate duties and maintain efficient standards of operation.

2 – 4 years of previous Sales and or Marketing experience.

Preferred:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business or Marketing