Jobs for Humanity
Employment Placement Specialist
Jobs for Humanity, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Company Description
The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides employment services to individuals recently released from incarceration. Each year, 8,000-9,000 people across the United States participate in CEO programs, transitioning to employment that supports themselves, their families, and their communities.
Originally a demonstration project by the Vera Institute of Justice in the 1970s to address employment barriers for the formerly incarcerated in New York City, CEO has grown into the leading reentry employment organization in the country. Since 1996, over 30,000 formerly incarcerated individuals have secured full-time employment through CEO.
Job Description
The Opportunity
CEO is seeking to hire an Employment Placement Specialist for our Detroit office. This role is crucial to CEO's mission of helping individuals transitioning from incarceration regain the skills and confidence needed for a successful return to stable and productive lives.
Employment Placement Specialists expand the range of employment opportunities available to our participants by aligning their interests, experiences, and ambitions with potential job placements. They also identify and cultivate relationships with prospective employers.
The most rewarding aspect of being an Employment Placement Specialist is the satisfaction of making the "right fit" match between participants and employers. Your expertise and insight not only lead to immediate successful placements but also contribute to participants' long-term workforce engagement, significantly reducing recidivism rates.
As part of our mission, we strongly encourage individuals with lived experience of incarceration or involvement in the justice system to apply for this role.
Who We Are
The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides employment services to people recently released from incarceration. Each year, 8,000-9,000 individuals across the United States participate in CEO programs, transitioning to employment that supports themselves, their families, and their communities.
What began as a demonstration project of the Vera Institute of Justice in the 1970s to address employment barriers for the formerly incarcerated in New York City has grown into the leading reentry employment organization in the country. Since 1996, over 30,000 formerly incarcerated individuals have secured full-time employment through CEO.
Who You AreDeeply committed to social justice, with experience in the reentry space.Experienced in workforce development, recruitment, or sales/account management, with a proven ability to meet performance goals.Passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives and guiding them to achieve their career goals with a balance of accountability and empathy.Skilled in networking and building lasting relationships with people and businesses, helping them understand how our work can support their business strategies and goals.Excellent in interpersonal and written communication, able to adapt to various personalities and interaction styles.Resilient, persistent, and able to anticipate and address challenges while maintaining focus on the end goal.Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines despite opposition or setbacks.Proficient in using data and market research to guide practice and decision-making.Responsibilities
Business Strategy and Analysis:
Develop and implement a strategic plan for placement services to ensure CEO meets its participant placement metrics.Regularly review existing CEO business partnerships, evaluate employer demand and usage of CEO services, and identify improvements to leverage relationships with employers.Achieve weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual placement goals in line with CEO's contractual obligations.Relationship Cultivation and Maintenance:
Research, outreach, and build relationships with prospective employers willing to hire CEO participants and with hiring needs that match the skills, experience, and interests of our participants.Maintain relationships with existing employer partners.Conduct daily prospecting, cold calls, and face-to-face meetings.Serve as the liaison between employers, participants, and our criminal justice partners.Job Placement:
Achieve up to 5 direct placements per month.Screen and match program participants with employment opportunities, considering their skills, work experience, interests, and goals.Customize participants' resumes to fit identified opportunities.Manage a caseload of participants, providing support and coaching on job applications, navigating the hiring process, and securing appropriate employment.Administrative Support:
Document all participant and employer contact, activities, and outcomes in our case management system (Salesforce).Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $50,290. CEO's compensation philosophy considers various factors, including experience, internal equity, and home office location, to determine the final salary offer.
We recognize that salary is part of the overall compensation package and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, professional development opportunities, and regular training, including in Motivational Interviewing (MI). MI is an evidence-based skill that reentry and human service professionals use to support participants in achieving their goals.
We also offer paid parental leave, participation in a retirement plan, sick and vacation leave, paid holidays, and more. Our workplace promotes continual learning and teamwork through lunch-and-learns, team outings, holiday gatherings, and more.
More About Us
The Center for Employment Opportunities believes that everyone deserves the chance to shape a stronger future for themselves, their families, and their communities. Our commitment to being an anti-racist organization that is inclusive across all identities and experiences drives us forward every day. We exist to create greater opportunities for people facing multiple barriers to personal and professional success. We are passionate about being agents of change who promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to opportunities for all.
People who are justice-involved, people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. CEO's commitment to DEI aligns with the CROWN Act, creating a space where our employees can present as their true authentic selves. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications
Who You Are:
Deeply dedicated to social justice, with experience in the reentry space.Experienced in workforce development, recruitment, or sales/account management, with a proven ability to meet performance goals.Passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives and guiding them to achieve their career goals with a balance of accountability and empathy.Skilled in networking and building lasting relationships with people and businesses, helping them understand how our work can support their business strategies and goals.Excellent in interpersonal and written communication, able to adapt to various personalities and interaction styles.Resilient, persistent, and able to anticipate and address challenges while maintaining focus on the end goal.Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines despite opposition or setbacks.Proficient in using data and market research to guide practice and decision-making.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Additional Information
The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides employment services to individuals recently released from incarceration. Each year, 8,000-9,000 people across the United States participate in CEO programs, transitioning to employment that supports themselves, their families, and their communities.
Originally a demonstration project by the Vera Institute of Justice in the 1970s to address employment barriers for the formerly incarcerated in New York City, CEO has grown into the leading reentry employment organization in the country. Since 1996, over 30,000 formerly incarcerated individuals have secured full-time employment through CEO.
Job Description
The Opportunity
CEO is seeking to hire an Employment Placement Specialist for our Detroit office. This role is crucial to CEO's mission of helping individuals transitioning from incarceration regain the skills and confidence needed for a successful return to stable and productive lives.
Employment Placement Specialists expand the range of employment opportunities available to our participants by aligning their interests, experiences, and ambitions with potential job placements. They also identify and cultivate relationships with prospective employers.
The most rewarding aspect of being an Employment Placement Specialist is the satisfaction of making the "right fit" match between participants and employers. Your expertise and insight not only lead to immediate successful placements but also contribute to participants' long-term workforce engagement, significantly reducing recidivism rates.
As part of our mission, we strongly encourage individuals with lived experience of incarceration or involvement in the justice system to apply for this role.
Who We Are
The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides employment services to people recently released from incarceration. Each year, 8,000-9,000 individuals across the United States participate in CEO programs, transitioning to employment that supports themselves, their families, and their communities.
What began as a demonstration project of the Vera Institute of Justice in the 1970s to address employment barriers for the formerly incarcerated in New York City has grown into the leading reentry employment organization in the country. Since 1996, over 30,000 formerly incarcerated individuals have secured full-time employment through CEO.
Who You AreDeeply committed to social justice, with experience in the reentry space.Experienced in workforce development, recruitment, or sales/account management, with a proven ability to meet performance goals.Passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives and guiding them to achieve their career goals with a balance of accountability and empathy.Skilled in networking and building lasting relationships with people and businesses, helping them understand how our work can support their business strategies and goals.Excellent in interpersonal and written communication, able to adapt to various personalities and interaction styles.Resilient, persistent, and able to anticipate and address challenges while maintaining focus on the end goal.Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines despite opposition or setbacks.Proficient in using data and market research to guide practice and decision-making.Responsibilities
Business Strategy and Analysis:
Develop and implement a strategic plan for placement services to ensure CEO meets its participant placement metrics.Regularly review existing CEO business partnerships, evaluate employer demand and usage of CEO services, and identify improvements to leverage relationships with employers.Achieve weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual placement goals in line with CEO's contractual obligations.Relationship Cultivation and Maintenance:
Research, outreach, and build relationships with prospective employers willing to hire CEO participants and with hiring needs that match the skills, experience, and interests of our participants.Maintain relationships with existing employer partners.Conduct daily prospecting, cold calls, and face-to-face meetings.Serve as the liaison between employers, participants, and our criminal justice partners.Job Placement:
Achieve up to 5 direct placements per month.Screen and match program participants with employment opportunities, considering their skills, work experience, interests, and goals.Customize participants' resumes to fit identified opportunities.Manage a caseload of participants, providing support and coaching on job applications, navigating the hiring process, and securing appropriate employment.Administrative Support:
Document all participant and employer contact, activities, and outcomes in our case management system (Salesforce).Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is $50,290. CEO's compensation philosophy considers various factors, including experience, internal equity, and home office location, to determine the final salary offer.
We recognize that salary is part of the overall compensation package and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, professional development opportunities, and regular training, including in Motivational Interviewing (MI). MI is an evidence-based skill that reentry and human service professionals use to support participants in achieving their goals.
We also offer paid parental leave, participation in a retirement plan, sick and vacation leave, paid holidays, and more. Our workplace promotes continual learning and teamwork through lunch-and-learns, team outings, holiday gatherings, and more.
More About Us
The Center for Employment Opportunities believes that everyone deserves the chance to shape a stronger future for themselves, their families, and their communities. Our commitment to being an anti-racist organization that is inclusive across all identities and experiences drives us forward every day. We exist to create greater opportunities for people facing multiple barriers to personal and professional success. We are passionate about being agents of change who promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to opportunities for all.
People who are justice-involved, people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. CEO's commitment to DEI aligns with the CROWN Act, creating a space where our employees can present as their true authentic selves. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications
Who You Are:
Deeply dedicated to social justice, with experience in the reentry space.Experienced in workforce development, recruitment, or sales/account management, with a proven ability to meet performance goals.Passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives and guiding them to achieve their career goals with a balance of accountability and empathy.Skilled in networking and building lasting relationships with people and businesses, helping them understand how our work can support their business strategies and goals.Excellent in interpersonal and written communication, able to adapt to various personalities and interaction styles.Resilient, persistent, and able to anticipate and address challenges while maintaining focus on the end goal.Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines despite opposition or setbacks.Proficient in using data and market research to guide practice and decision-making.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Additional Information