Employment Specialist

Community Housing Innovations is hiring an Employment Specialist to join our team in Rego Park, Queens. This full-time role will help connect individuals and families with meaningful employment opportunities that support their path toward economic independence.

About the Role

As an Employment Specialist with Community Housing Innovations, you'll work at the intersection of housing stability and employment success. You'll support CHI's mission to help families and individuals achieve self-sufficiency by connecting them with jobs that match their skills, goals, and circumstances. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on people's lives as they build careers and move toward long-term stability.

What You'll Do

• Assess clients' employment readiness, skills, work history, and career interests through one-on-one consultations
• Develop personalized employment plans and career pathways aligned with each client's strengths and goals
• Provide job search coaching, interview preparation, and resume development support
• Identify and cultivate relationships with employers and community partners to expand job placement opportunities
• Track client progress, maintain detailed case notes, and report on employment outcomes and program metrics
• Coordinate referrals to training programs, certifications, and other supportive services as needed
• Participate in community outreach and represent CHI at employment-focused events

What We're Looking For

• Experience in employment services, job coaching, career counseling, or human services work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations, including those facing economic barriers
• Knowledge of local job market resources, training programs, and employment pathways in Queens and the wider New York area
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organizational ability and comfort managing multiple clients and priorities
• Commitment to CHI's mission of reducing poverty and supporting housing stability

About Community Housing Innovations

CHI is a nonprofit housing and human services organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering economic opportunity. Our work centers on ensuring that all individuals and families have access to quality, affordable housing and the employment support they need to thrive.

How to Apply

To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.