TEMP Workplace Safety Specialist

EMPLOYMENT: TEMP Workplace Safety Specialist

Summary:

The TEMP Workforce Development Specialist will assist the Workforce Development Coordinator in providing employment support and job placements for Day Laborers in Yonkers and NYC. Responsibilities include recruiting and screening participants for job readiness, identifying and addressing barriers to employment, and making referrals to job training and work experience programs for employment-ready participants.

• Research prospective employers in NYC and Westchester aligned with Day Laborer Program (DLP) trainings; collaborate with the Workforce Development Coordinator on outreach, job fairs, and job postings.
• Conduct employment intakes and assessments, provide guidance to participants facing barriers, and make referrals for those with physical or mental disabilities.
• Secure and coordinate job placements through employer outreach, administrative support, and follow-up to address any workplace issues.
• Support ongoing employment needs, including job upgrades, vocational training, and career development opportunities.
• Prepare monthly reports on job placements, worker engagement, and workshops; assist with funding contract deliverables.
• Assess participant needs, schedule meetings, track engagement, and provide referrals to service providers.
• Advocate for participants and their families regarding school enrollment, healthcare, and other services.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate job readiness and related workshops.
• Share responsibility for reception, phones, and mail; attend meetings, conferences, and trainings.
• Maintain accurate case files and electronic documentation in compliance with contractual requirements.

Entry level

Temporary

Management and Manufacturing

Non-profit Organizations