Osborne has an exciting opportunity to work with us at the beginning of our new Green Career Center, focusing on job placement in the emerging “green” industries market.

Responsibilities: This important position prepares program participants for the workplace in the green industries market. Develop and initiate therapeutic interventions consistent with client needs and interests. Provide formalized instruction to clients of the Osborne Association’s Employment & Training Program. Facilitate holistic Job Readiness Training workshops covering topic areas such as cognitive skills, basic parenting skills & job readiness preparation to participants in an effort to prepare them for employment and reentry into the community. Work with clients to assess their abilities. Provide individual and group instruction to strengthen clients’ skills. Monitor clients’ progress and provide feedback to elevate self-esteem and enhance learning.

Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Public Administration, Social Work, Criminal Justice or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Two to four years of directly related work experience in a social service agency or association is required. Nonprofit experience is strongly preferred with understanding of the criminal justice environment.

Related Skills or Knowledge: Requires excellent communication skills and computer proficiency. Must be able to work in a correctional facility environment and be flexible as the needs of the program and client base dictate. Demonstrated experience in problem solving and the ability to work with a wide range of individuals. Computer skills with proficiency in MS Office and the Internet. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.


TO APPLY
Individuals interested in this position please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to hr@osborneny.org and indicate Job Readiness Instructor - Green Career Center in the subject line. EOE/AA employer