"Employment Specialist (PT, Grant Funded)"

Job Summary

As a member of The ReLaunch Center team, provides guidance and helps participants set and achieve realistic short- and long-term career goals. Assists participants in identifying individual strengths, skills, career interests and barriers to employment and in developing individualized job search strategy goals and plans. Provides guidance on training and educational opportunities. Assists with developing and reviewing resumes, cover letters and LinkedIn profiles, as applicable. Assists participants to improve job readiness through interview practice and related methods. Provides emotional support to participants in overcoming challenges and obstacles in obtaining employment and coordinates additional referrals with Case Management Coordinator as appropriate. Builds and sustains partnerships with social service agencies and career/job search experts to enhance programming and deliver job readiness and financial literacy workshops for the community. Develops and conducts job readiness and professional development workshops. Maintains participant records and documents services. Occasional evening and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications - Education

Bachelor’s degree in field of student related to human resources or human services. Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications - Experience

At least 3-5 years of experience in Human Resources required. Preferred experience in resume writing, recruiting and job search techniques. Solid public speaking skills with the ability to lead workshops on various topics relevant to job readiness. Skilled at goal setting, case management and interpersonal communication.

Qualifications - Skills

Proficient in MS Office, Google Docs, social media platforms. Experienced with virtual platforms with ability to learn proprietary software programs. Knowledgeable about Morris County social resources; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and needs. Compassionate, dependable, self-directed, flexible, organized, able to act with independent judgement. Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment and be able to work flexible hours as needed to meet participant and program needs.

Work Hours

Monday-Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm. Occasional evenings and weekend hours may be requested.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: S419P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Posting Date: 08/15/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes