Jamboree Housing Corporation · 10 hours ago
Workforce Development Specialist - Vista Nueva Apartments
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$25/hr - $27/hr
2+ years expJamboree Housing Corporation is the largest nonprofit developer of high-quality affordable housing and services in Orange County. The Workforce Development Specialist will facilitate and enhance employment prospects for residents, providing guidance and resources to secure gainful employment and build sustainable career pathways.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one counseling and coaching to participants, understanding their career aspirations, strengths, and challenges
Develop personalized employment plans that align with participants' goals and skillsets
Offer assistance in resume building, interview preparation, job search strategies, and professional networking
Collaborate with internal teams to integrate employment initiatives into broader support services
Develop workshops, training sessions, and educational resources to enhance participants' job readiness
Establish and nurture relationships with local employers, industries, and workforce development agencies
Identify job opportunities, internships, and apprenticeships suitable for participants
Connect participants with resources such as educational institutions, vocational training centers, and community services
Provide information on financial literacy, budgeting, and accessing social services
Assist participants in navigating barriers to employment, such as transportation and childcare
Maintain accurate records of participant progress, employment outcomes, and program activities
Generate regular reports for internal use, funders, and stakeholders to demonstrate program impact
Provide regular reports to the Program Manager and additional reports as assigned
Represent the organization at community events, workshops, and meetings related to employment services
Build partnerships with local organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies to enhance resources for participants
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization
Qualification
Required
Ability to build relationships and work in collaboration with teams
Resiliency and ability to problem solve
Proven 2-4 years cumulative experience working in workforce development
Strong knowledge of the complexity of poverty and unhoused individuals, mental illness, trauma, substance abuse, health issues, and older adults required
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; proven ability to communicate with diverse audiences
Valid California driver's license and availability of an insured vehicle
Must be able to travel between sites 75%
The Workforce Development Specialist is required to talk and hear
The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel
The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, twist, lean, move from one location to another and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Vision abilities required by this job include close and far vision
Ability to operate a computer keyboard, and lift files and reports
Exposure to glare from a computer
Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and travel via automobile 50%
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or two (2) years of experience in a relevant field
Individuals living with co-occurring disorders and experiencing homelessness preferred
Experience with individuals with serious mental illness and substance addiction preferred
Oral and written fluency in Spanish and English preferred
Benefits
Benefits
Company
Jamboree Housing Corporation
Market-Rate Quality for Affordable Housing A leading nonprofit developer, Jamboree is committed to sustaining excellence with high quality affordable housing that benefits the environment, economy and local communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Laura Archuleta
President and CEO
George Searcy
Chief Impact Officer
Recent News
2025-04-24
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