JOB PLACEMENT AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:
At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org.

Overview:

As a Job Placement and Business Development Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of identifying, attracting, and engaging top talent to empower our program participants in their journey to secure meaningful employment. Join us in making a difference and transforming lives!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions make a real difference. The chance to work for an organization that transforms lives and empowers individuals with developmental disabilities. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

What Your Role Will Do:

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with employers, industry organizations, and public agencies to source job openings and secure employment and vocational training for our program participants.
• Utilize various methods including networking, social media, job boards, referrals, and direct sourcing to find the best opportunities.
• Conduct thorough reviews of participant assessments to ensure alignment with business requirements, including skills, experience, career aspirations, and accommodation.
• Develop and maintain robust relationships with industry professionals and key stakeholders to establish a strong talent pipeline.
• Keep updated on industry trends, competitor analysis, and market insights to provide strategic recommendations and insights to participants.
• Work closely with job developers to understand hiring needs, develop recruitment strategies, and provide regular updates on participant pipelines and market trends.
• Coordinate interviews between participants and business partners and facilitate the negotiation process to secure successful placements.
• Ensure a positive participant experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact to onboarding, to enhance employer branding and foster long-term relationships.
• Develop job leads by contacting employers in target industries, responding to job postings and ads, and conducting internet searches.
• Maintain communication with employers and report findings to the vocational team.
• Prepare reports and correspondence regarding job development and placement efforts.
• Develop marketing and promotional materials to advertise job placement services and activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Own transportation with proof of insurance, registration, and inspection sticker.
• 1 to 3 years of proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in a headhunting or agency environment.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and influence participants and partners at all levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Understanding of industry-specific talent landscapes, market dynamics, and recruitment best practices.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and interactions.
• Proficiency in computer use.
• Efficiency with smartphones.

Work Location: Westbury, NY

Work Hours/Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Pay: $65,000/year

Generous Benefits:

• Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Dental Benefits: Employer-paid.
• Vision Plan
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
• Legal Services
• 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%.
• Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary.
• Tuition Assistance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Program
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off:

• Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours.
• Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year.
• 9 paid holidays.

As a non-profit organization, we offer employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community while benefiting from this valuable financial relief.

Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.