Outreach Specialist

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Employer and Opportunity Development

• Work with PACT / RAD development program to connect residents with employment opportunities.
• Work as part of a team to help residents of a PACT / RAD-converted housing development secure long-term, sustainable employment.
• Work with connecting residents with employment and training opportunities created through the Section 3 federal program, which mandates that economic opportunities generated by HUD-assisted projects go to low- and very low-income residents.
• Build and maintain relationships with employer partners including construction companies, property management firms, service providers, and other stakeholders involved in the PACT / RAD development and community.
• Serve as the primary contact for employers interested in partnering with the program for recruitment and hiring.
• Provide supportive services to help residents maintain employment and advance their careers
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Ensure program meets contractual goals and reporting requirements.
• Perform all other duties and tasks assigned

Partnership and collaboration

Documentation and reporting

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org