• Employment Coordinator (Cv2202-1) - Reentry…

    Volunteers of America Delaware Valley (Camden, NJ)


    Employment Coordinator (CV2202-1) - Reentry Services Division

     

    Employment Coordinator

     

    Open doors to opportunity. Help others build a future.

     

    Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is hiring an Employment Coordinator to lead job development and placement efforts within our Behavioral Health and Reentry Services division. In this dynamic and purpose-driven role, you’ll connect individuals with employment opportunities, build partnerships with local employers, and guide clients toward meaningful, lasting self-sufficiency.

     

    If you're passionate about workforce development and thrive on helping people reclaim their lives, this is your chance to make a tangible impact.

    What You’ll Do:

    + Place clients in employment or vocational training before discharge

    + Visit work sites, verify employment, and document outcomes per funder requirements

    + Market clients to employers and build partnerships with businesses and training centers

    + Conduct vocational assessments and provide career counseling within first two weeks of client orientation

    + Lead monthly job readiness and job retention workshops

    + Organize quarterly job fairs and employer recruitment events

    + Supervise job coaches and collaborate with external partners like the Department of Labor

    + Maintain documentation and data collection aligned with quality assurance goals

    What You Need:

    + Bachelor’s degree

    + Minimum 2 years of experience in job placement, career development, or vocational counseling

    + At least 1 year of experience in job search and retention programming

    + Familiarity with local labor market trends and employer networks

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills

    + Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency driving standards

    + Bilingual proficiency is a plus

    Why This Role Matters:

    + Employment is a key part of rebuilding a life. You’ll be the bridge between potential and purpose—connecting people to jobs, confidence, and hope. Join a team where your work is measured in life-changing outcomes.

     

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