Instructor WeCARE (ONSITE ONLY)
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Job Location:
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Instructor delivers structured life-skills work-readiness literacy and financial empowerment workshops to WeCARE participants while maintaining a professional supportive learning environment. The Instructor collaborates closely with all VRS staff to support participant skill development job-readiness and progression toward employment or training pathways.
Essential Responsibilities:
Deliver instruction and workshops in an organized professional and engaging manner.
Document client interactions case notes and provide updates as needed.
Facilitate customized and contextualized literacy workshops that support job readiness and successful job search strategies.
Discuss sector-specific requirements industry standards and employer expectations with clients.
Plan organize and deliver training activities in compliance with HRA and program requirements.
Assist clients in identifying employers skill-building opportunities and programs aligned with their career goals.
Evaluate training effectiveness and suggest revisions to content as needed to meet quality and performance standards.
Educate participants on their cash assistance benefits budgeting and transitioning from public assistance to self-sufficiency.
Apply motivational techniques to increase probability of individual success as well as meeting program outcomes.
Consult with vocational rehabilitation and employment services staff regarding curriculum and training needs.
Work with job development staff in identifying job-ready individuals for employment opportunities.
Assist with timekeeping by ensuring that all on-site and virtual attendance and engagement is accurately recorded.
Liaise with outreach and timekeeping staff to ensure that all missed appointments are properly accounted for in a timely manner and that all excused absences are accurately recorded.
Qualifications :
- A Bachelors degree in education social services or related field from an accredited institution required and 3-5 years of experience in training education or career development in the workforce development field career counseling or a combination of relevant course work or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to be patient and sensitive to individuals with disabilities
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel
Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
Experience in a fast-paced team environment that is performance driven
Exceptional customer service and engagement skills; prefer training or experience in motivational interviewing and care management techniques
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Experience with publicly-funded programs; TANF experience preferable
Experience in assessing the need for and making reasonable accommodations for customers
Knowledge of laws and regulatory requirements related to program responsibilities
Ability to use various electronic systems to carry out duties and responsibilities
Bilingual or multilingual preferred
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team Equus puts the industrys best practices to work by focusing on the development design and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.
When you join Equus you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender age pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity ancestry religion national origin veteran status physical or mental disability or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state federal or local law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Experience
- Data Collection
- Materials Handling
- Workers' Compensation Law
- OSHA
- Special Operations
- Team Management
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Creating Opportunities. Changing Lives.Equus Workforce Solutions® is the most comprehensive provider of workforce development services in North America, assisting over a million job seekers and thousands of employers annually. We are drivers and collaborators for workforce systems cha ... View more
