Employment Coordinator - Adult Workforce

About the role

Commonpoint is hiring an Employment Coordinator in its Adult Workforce Department. You will help adult clients find and keep long-term employment, connect them with benefits and provide case management toward their vocational goals. The role is based in Elmhurst, Queens, with occasional travel to other Queens and Bronx sites.

Schedule: 9:00 am–5:00 pm or 10:00 am–6:00 pm, with some evenings as needed

Responsibilities: • Provide case management from enrollment through job placement and post-employment retention • Complete vocational assessments and refer participants to hard-skills training • Deliver resume help, interview prep, job search strategy and direct employer referrals • Track retention milestones (30 to 360 days) and keep accurate records in reporting systems • Facilitate virtual workshops on professional development, financial literacy and career advancement • Support grant reporting and funding proposals

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in social work, human services, education, business or a related field highly preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in workforce development, recruiting or HR preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish, French, Cantonese, Mandarin or Bengali highly preferred
• Experience working with immigrants, English language learners and high-barrier populations
• Salesforce, DYCD Connect or other CRM experience preferred
• Benefits:
• Tiered health, dental and vision; pension and 403(b); generous paid time off; professional development support; and free access to seasonal pool clubs and fitness facilities at select locations.

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