An Employment Assistant serves under our Economic Sustainability Program which focuses on life and employment skills. The assistant supports survivors of domestic violence with moving from short-term safety to long-term security. In this position, the volunteer/intern will be providing the survivors with the knowledge and skills to achieve economic self-sufficiency.
Primary Responsibilities:
Offering instructions with computers, typing, resume writing, dressing for success, mock interviews, financial budgeting and assistance with job placement
Assisting clients with the skills and resources necessary to prepare, search, and secure viable employment options
Providing follow-up support on a weekly basis though phone, email, and office meetings
Identifying job skills that clients already possess, employment obstacles they have faced in the past, what types of jobs they are interested in, what hours are best for them to work, and what geographic location is desired
Referring to partner agencies for vocational and academic training
Working individually with clients to prepare or update resumes and post resume profiles on applicable employment websites
Providing one-on-one job coaching with clients in preparation for interviews
Collaborating with other organizations to practice group interview skills
Providing information handouts on interview techniques and job skills to each new client enrolled in the employment program
Searching for job openings on a weekly basis that are appropriate for clients, primarily through established relationships with employers, through ongoing monitoring of potential employers’ websites, and through online employment databases
Maintaining an employment referral log, tracking the referrals provided to clients and outcomes to those referrals
Referring to agencies for additional services such as child care assistance, mental health counseling, and other basic needs
Assisting clients with transportation needs to attend interviews, job fairs, and the initial weeks at a new job through the provision of bus passes and gas cards
Facilitating workshops and trainings to improve employable skills to domestic violence survivors, as well as empower attendees and raise their confidence
Maintaining building security by insuring that all doors stay locked at all times. Volunteers will never be alone in the building.
Supporting other staff and volunteers as needed
Maintaining cleanliness and care of the Center’s offices
Supporting other areas whenever possible.
Skills:
Excellent organization skills
Ability to focus and plan
Critical thinking and evaluation skills
Computer skills
Online research skills
Resume writing skills
Knowledge of interview skills
Positive attitude with callers, clients, staff and volunteers
Ability to work both independently and as a team
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Awareness and adherence to confidentiality and boundaries
Punctuality and dependability
Proactivity
Required Qualifications:
Working knowledge of Microsoft suite including Word, Power Point and Excel
Excellent typing skills
Commitment to non-violent and cooperative work environment
Commitment to providing quality and equitable services to all clients regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, religion, age or sexual orientation
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Ability to do online research
Preferred Qualifications (not required)
Knowledge of online tools for employment search
Knowledge and demonstration of professional demeanor
Ability to create and conduct presentations and trainings
Certifications in resume writing, interviewing, and coaching
Degree or one year of experience with employment coaching or related fields