Position Description SUMMARY OF POSITION The Job Developer is responsible for preparing St. Patrick Center clients in the employment programs to enter full-time employment and network with employers within the community. RESPONSIBILITIES Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Assess training and skill development needs through assessments and on-the job training • Plan, organize and monitor orientation and training programs for clients and staff • Offer specific training programs to help clients maintain or improve their employment skills • Present information and OJT assignments to clients and staff through various methods of communication to help clients identify and pursue employment opportunities • Plan and promote career and employment-related programs and events, such as career-planning presentations, work experience programs, job fairs and career workshops. • Evaluate and monitor clients throughout the duration of their time in the program (before employment, during employment, and in retention of employment) to provide advocacy, support, guidance and encouragement • Prepare, process and maintain client files to ensure all required documentation is present • Assist clients and employers in addressing and resolving concerns in the workplace • Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Select qualified applicants or refer them to employers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate • Conduct background checks on clients in search of employment • Develop or implement recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs • Begin and maintain contact with local employers for job placement opportunities • Maintain Excel spreadsheet for clients working and employed • Maintain records of client hours worked each week, prepare timesheets, and submit them to Accounting to be processed for payroll • Meet monthly placement goal set with Manager of Workforce Development • Work with HVRP and Workforce Development clients for employment KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field • At least one year of experience working in a social service agency • Experience in job development • Develop Excel Spreadsheet • Administrative experience SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Ability to lead and motivate people • Ability to operate a personal computer • Flexible attitude • Genuine interest in clients • Understanding of homeless issues • Ability to work with staff in other departments RELATIONSHIPS REQUIRED • Reports to Manager of Workforce Development