Job Developer

If you believe that people deserve a second chance, and you want to help them better their lives - this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Job Developer will provide job placement services to the clients that are enrolled into the JEVS The Choice is Yours Diversion program, and the clients that are receiving post-release services that have been released to Philadelphia from the JEVS Get Ready, Get Set, Get Out Re-entry program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Defenders Association, Philadelphia Criminal Municipal Court, PDDC Philadelphia Department of prisons, BCC/DOC

• Collaborate to provide job search and job placement activities such as unsubsidized employment, unpaid work experience, and Community Service opportunities.

• Use assessment results and software for customized job development, matching, and placement.

• Identify employers open to hiring clients with a criminal background with potential job openings.

• Develop job leads for clients with area second chance employers. Set up interviews with employers.

• Develop ongoing relationships with second-chance employers.

• Meet and develop relationships with D&R clients needing employment.

• Engage D&R clients in the direction of employment.

• Associate degree and/or a minimum of 3 years of job placement experience necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and collaborate with a variety of customers in the Diversion and Re-entry Industry.
• Personal vehicle preferred. Valid driver’s license and insurance needed.

What’s in it for you:

• 401(k), with company match
• Tuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level courses
• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Ample paid vacation and sick time
• 10-12 paid holidays per year
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Continuing education, professional development opportunities, retreats, and training
• Annual holiday party and office outings
• Wellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Dress-down Fridays
• Employee referral bonus
• Reimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expenses

The base pay for this position ranges from $39,000 to $46,500 and will vary based on factors such as skills and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation that JEVS Human Services provides to recognize employees for their work. JEVS provides competitive Benefits; we believe that benefits should support you at work and at home. Please visit the benefits page of our careers site for more details.

At JEVS, we are committed to ensuring all our employees feel included, valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work. We cultivate a culture where differences are valued, and we are putting resources and attention towards improving employee engagement, retention, and promotion of our talented staff.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core principles that guide how we cultivate leaders, build our teams, and create an environment that is the right fit for JEVS Human Services’ employees, our community partners, and the individuals we serve.

For more information about what it’s like to be a part of the JEVS team, visit our careers page at https://www.jevshumanservices.org/careers/

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided. Please contact your recruiter if you are in need of an accommodation during the interview process.

JEVS Human Services is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. The Agency will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person’s gender, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, disability, or membership in any other protected group. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided.