Marj and Mak Vocational Center Coordinator

Job Description

Title: Marj and Mak Vocational Center Coordinator

Supervisor: Senior Manager of Wellness Services

Direct Reports: N/A

Location: Flagship; In-person

Status: Full-Time; Exempt

N Street Village supports women in Washington, D.C. experiencing homelessness by offering a broad spectrum of services, housing, and advocacy in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.

If you’re a talented professional seeking a Washington, DC career where your work will make a real difference in people’s lives, we want you on our team.

The Vocational Center Coordinator provides leadership for the Marj and Mak Vocational Center and establishes meaningful partnerships with providers of vocational services within the region. The coordinator will oversee a caseload of about 20 clients trying to find employment or access benefits. The key strength for this position is to be an effective communicator with diverse audiences, under the direction of Senior Manager of Wellness Service. The Vocational Center Coordinator will collaborate with volunteer departments, develop meaningful volunteer opportunities for one-time/ongoing volunteers and help volunteers to be successful in those roles. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Wellness Services..

Responsibilities:

Identify and establish partnerships with providers of adult education, job training and employment placements to facilitate appropriate and successful referrals

Identify and establish partnerships with agencies and entities providing SOAR (SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery) benefits assistance

Receive referrals from residential programs within N Street Village and enrolls residents into the program

Oversee a caseload of approximately 20 clients seeking employment or benefits assistance, utilizing best practices in employment and benefits case management

Collaborate with Case Managers and Program Associates within N Street Village to coordinate client service plans

Provide supervision, management, and guidance to one-year long service corps volunteers

Train and supervise volunteers to deliver needed services

Lead drop-in classes and one-on-one sessions on a variety of vocational and educational topics

Facilitate volunteer engagements and events with key stakeholders, including donors and corporations

Promote knowledge of the services offered within N Street Village

Complete data entry and case management notes to document services delivered and ensure program data entry is 100% accurate and entered in a timely fashion

Participate in organization-wide meetings and committees, departmental meetings, and trainings

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human services discipline

Minimum of 2 years of experience in vocational rehabilitation, workforce development, adult continuing education, or other related fields

Knowledge of DC social services resources particularly related to education, job training and employment

Knowledge and comfortability with HMIS (Homeless Management Information System)

Skills and Competencies:

Strong cultural competence, including excellent interactions and communication ability with a diverse population

Mature abilities in developing interpersonal relations, problem-solving, conflict resolution

Ability to multi-task with strong organizational skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to learn a database system

Ability to work independently

Friendly, professional demeanor

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience. The annual salary range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000.

Benefits:

Health/Wellness:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Accident Plan

Hospital Plan

Critical Illness Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Financial:

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

SmarTrip Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Insurance:

Life Insurance

Travel Insurance

Time Off:

Vacation

Sick Days

Personal Leave

Professional:

Professional Development Reimbursement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Monday - Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm with flexibility based on programs needs.