Job Title: Training Instructor

 

Job Summary:

CASES is seeking a dedicated job readiness instructor for its new workforce development program CRED (Community Resources for Employment and Development) who is participant centered and desires to work in partnership with participants to accomplish their life and career goals. The ideal candidate has experience working with individuals who have systems involvement and has the fundamental belief that change is possible. The instructor must be experienced in facilitating job readiness workshops and providing employment coaching that is tailored to the needs of the participants.

Salary: The salary for the Training Instructor role is $60,000 per year.

Shift Hours: The Training Instructor position is full-time working Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm or 10:00am to 6:00pm. 

Location Address: 4 West 125th Street, New York, N.Y. 10027 

Workplace Flexibility: Flexible

 

What you will be doing:

 Manage and support participants in improving their work readiness skills Facilitate work readiness workshops including but not limited to resume preparation, interviewing, professionalism, communication, problem solving, computer literacy for the workplace prior to internship placementFacilitate work support workshops including but not limited to stress management at the workplace and budgeting and banking during internship placement phase of programmingCollaborate with team to ensure successful advancement of participants to internships, credential obtainment and job placementWork collaboratively with team to coordinate and facilitate recruitment days, job fairs, and employment panels Work collaboratively with case managers and job developers during a 3 month follow up phase of participants to ensure participant successResponsible for complete, accurate and timely submission of all documentation, referrals, follow ups and verifications required for the programOther duties as needed or required

What we are looking for:

HS diploma/HSE diploma at minimum At least 3 years of relevant experience and credentials or certifications related to the program's in-demand sector training with applicable experience supporting young adults in occupational and life skills training, college preparation and enrollment, and/or coordination of training and/or tutoring services, as appropriate for the programPassion for working with at risk populations Experience in social service or employment and training programsExperience in the industry pathways of construction and service. Strong communication skills, professional demeanor and organizational skills

Additional, preferred skills we are looking for but are not required:

Experience in Group Facilitation Experience in job readiness curriculum development

 

Employee Benefits:

CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including:

MedicalDentalVisionVacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days12 Paid Holidays per year.Retirement 403(b) Competitive matching up to 6%.Employee Referral Program 

 

 

Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for.  

 

CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system. 

Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm or 10:00am to 6:00pm.
35 hours per week excluding breaks.