Developer, Career & Life Skills Coaching, Social Work

If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word.
COMMUNITY
! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do.

Metropolitan Family Services(MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you!

We are now hiring for a full-time Job Developer to join our Calumet FOC Team!

SALARY:

The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $46,000 and $ 50,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and foster professional relationships with employers, placement agencies, and temporary agencies to ensure consistent contact for job leads within the community based on assessed needs of clients.
• Continuous outreach to job seekers who are ready for employment.
• Assist with job readiness training, where needed.
• Assist job seekers with job search and research.
• Provide employment guidance and creates individual employment plans that outlines client’s employment objectives.
• Assist job ready clients to obtain permanent, unsubsidized jobs in high demand industries.
• Make recommendations on the design and development of employment service
  marketing program.
• Make presentations to business within the community to promote employment services program and develop new jobs for consumers.
• Facilitate Job Clubs with guest speakers and employers about various life skills, career development, job related topics, income supports, job leads, etc.
• In collaboration with Career Coach provide retention support.
• Works within contract, grant, and program requirements including meeting timelines and reporting requirements.
• Utilizes a team approach and works with other program staff in the planning and implementation of services.
• Takes increasing responsibility for own professional development, utilizing supervision and other developmental opportunities within and outside the agency to enhance skills and understanding.
• Works effectively with diverse staff and service populations.
• Provides exceptional customer service.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Highly organized.
• Knowledge of Excel to track economic self-sufficiency data.
• Required to work one Saturday and at least one late night a month.
• Works with employers to secure employment verification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school Diploma with 7+ years of experience in employer outreach, sales,marketing or related field.
• At least 3+ years of training or demonstrated experience in a related area.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Social Science, Communications, or a related field. (Preferred)
• Requires mobility to work with community-based caseload.
• General knowledge of job trends & labor market (under duties and responsibilities)
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills (ability to explain a program to clients & employers)

METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICES VALUES AND EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

• Client Centered/Mission Driven
• Adaptable
• Goal Oriented/Solution Focused
• Self-Reflective and Receptive to Feedback
• Positive Demeanor
• Trustworthy/Accountable

ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and criminal background checks.

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle. Travel between sites required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the…