Employment Specialist (WEMPSPEC-01

Locations

Deer Valley Facility
20221 N 29th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required :
  Yes
• Direct Service/Clinical
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: EMPLO
  002185

Join New Freedom – Where Second Chances Become Bright Futures

At New Freedom, we don’t just believe in second chances—we help people thrive because of them. We are a mission-driven, high-performance organization committed to strengthening communities and empowering justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals to successfully rebuild their lives.

We move fast, expect a lot from each other, and show up every day to do meaningful, impactful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and energized by making a real difference—this is where you belong.

We take care of the people who take care of others. At New Freedom, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay and strong benefits package
• $0 medical plan option + employer-supported coverage
• 401(k)
  with match
• Generous paid time off
• Free meals, snacks, drinks, gym access
• A mission that matters
  —and a team that works hard to deliver on it

The Employment Specialist supports members in obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment by providing job-readiness services, career coaching, placement assistance, workforce development support, and employment retention services. Working closely with internal teams, employer partners, and community resources, this position helps members overcome barriers, build confidence, and successfully transition into the workforce.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is passionate about helping individuals achieve financial independence and stability
• Enjoys coaching, mentoring, and motivating others
• Thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment
• Enjoys building partnerships between individuals and employers
• Believes in second chances and the power of meaningful employment
• Wants to make a direct impact on recovery, reentry, and long-term success

• Meeting individually with members to assess employment goals, skills, interests, strengths, and barriers
• Developing individualized employment plans to support career and workforce success
• Assisting members with resumes, applications, cover letters, and job-search activities
• Providing interview preparation, mock interviews, and employment coaching
• Connecting members with employers, hiring events, workforce development opportunities, and community resources
• Supporting members throughout the application, hiring, onboarding, and employment retention process
• Helping members address barriers related to transportation, work clothing, identification, technology, background concerns, and other employment challenges
• Collaborating with treatment teams, re-entry staff, vocational specialists, and employer partners to support successful employment outcomes

• Members successfully obtain and maintain meaningful employment
• Employment goals, placements, and retention outcomes consistently improve
• Members develop confidence, professional skills, and long-term workforce readiness
• Employment barriers are identified and proactively addressed
• Strong relationships are maintained with employers, workforce partners, and community organizations
• Documentation, outcome tracking, and service delivery remain accurate and compliant

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Criminal Justice, Workforce Development, Business, or a related field preferred
• Minimum two years of experience in workforce development, employment services, behavioral health, case management, vocational rehabilitation, human services, or a related field
• Strong…