TANF Job Developer San Jose, CA
Company: Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California
Location: San Jose
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
In accordance with the four purposes of TANF, and under direct
supervision, the Job Developer is responsible for developing job
opportunities with local businesses and organizations in a specific
service delivery area. Assists participants identify and
successfully compete for employment opportunities. Provides job
seeking skills, subsidized and full-time employment opportunities
for program participants. Provides ongoing support for
participants. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged
information.Minimum QualificationsAssociate's Degree in business,
public administration, social services or related field and two
years' experience in job development, career counseling, or
coordinating employment and job search activities; or equivalent
combination of education and experience.Must possess a valid
California or Nevada driver's license at time of employment.Must be
insurable by the Tribe's Driving Policy.Must be able to
successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and
background investigation.Essential Duties &
ResponsibilitiesActively and regularly participates in case
staffing meetings with Washoe Native TANF Program (WNTP) Case
Managers and Site Managers. Provides services to at least 90% of
the caseload in their service area.Contacts employers, government
agencies, and community based organizations to discuss availability
of job openings. Works with WNTP Case Managers to match
participants with available jobs.Connects with employers to develop
subsidized wage jobs such as on-the-job training (OJT) contracts
and WEX positions with the Washoe Tribe. Assesses clients referred
by WNTP Case Managers to determine skills, abilities and job goals
using tools such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality
inventory and/or the Strong Interest Inventory.Arranges
transportation and, as needed, transports clients to interviews,
job fairs, and other employment opportunities.Follows-up monthly
during job placement activities to ensure employer satisfaction
with the job performance of clients.Negotiates, administers, and
monitors OJT contracts with employers.Plans, coordinates, and
conducts employer outreach and business events.Arranges job
readiness activities including workshops, classes, presentations
and other collaborative efforts.Attends meetings and performs
community liaison work to support and coordinate job placement
activities and services. Occasionally, meetings may be held in the
evenings or activities may occur on weekends.Assists WNTP Case
Managers in helping participants with job placement help and
tactics, including resume writing, interviewing skills, completion
of job applications, job seeking and job placement.Communicates
with clients regarding available resources for job training.Assists
Case Manager with monitoring clients' attendance and program
participation in order to provide encouragement and corrective
measures when needed.Responsible for entering site specific client
and project data into client case files and electronic
database.Submit weekly reports of activities with clients and
workshop sign-in sheets to their supervisor as well as monthly
summary reports as directed.Performs other duties as
required.Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and CertificationsKnowledge
of internet job banks and services.Knowledge of available community
resources and services.Knowledge of modern office practices,
procedures, and equipment.Knowledge of business English, proper
spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.Knowledge of
records management procedures.Knowledge of the functions and
structure of the Washoe Tribe and tribal customs and
traditions.Ability to advocate for economically disadvantaged or
unemployed individuals.Ability to plan and make presentations to
groups including potential employers, business representatives and
program participants.Ability to assess the interests and skills of
clients for job placement.Ability to learn and analyze labor market
trends in the service area.Ability to produce marketing and visual
aid material to potential employers and business groups.Ability to
establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals
of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at
all levels.Ability to work both independently and as a member of a
team.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to handle multiple
tasks and meet deadlines.Ability to carry out instructions
furnished in verbal or written form.Skill in operating business
computers and office machines, in a Windows environment,
specifically Word, Excel and presentation software (such as
PowerPoint).Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this
job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or
hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee
occasionally is required to stand; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25
pounds. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle.Work
EnvironmentWork is performed both in the community at-large and in
an office setting with a moderate noise level.Conditions of
Employment:BenefitsPaid HolidaysPlease note:Hiring preference is
provided to members of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California
followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Must pass
and comply with the PL101.630-Indian Child Protection and Family
Violence Protection Act. Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California
requires any designated candidate to complete a pre-employment
drug/alcohol screening, must possess a valid NV or CA. driver
license within thirty (30) days of employment, (when applicable)
and PL 101-630 Criminal / Character Investigation background
check.MedicalNevada & California- Federal Employee Benefits Program
(FEHB) provides employees with numerous medical plan options to
best fit each employee's specific medical needs, residence service
area, and budget. The employee's also have the options for
Transamerica Supplemental Insurance by payroll deductions.Dental &
LifeNevada & California- Guardian PPO $1500 Annual Maximum Benefit,
Dental Guard Preferred, Calendar Year deductible $50.00. Included
with Guardian the Tribe offers a $50,000 Basic Term Life for
employee only coverage.VisionNevada & California- VSP Wellness eye
exam $10.00 copay, prescription glasses $25.00 co-pay, standard
lenses covered allowance $130.00 every 2 years, and contacts in
lieu of glasses.13 Paid Holidays Per Year!New Year's Day, Martin
Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Indian Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day,
Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Floating
Holiday.
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