ABOUT COMMONPOINT

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, The Bronx, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

To continue advancing our impact across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring an Employment Coordinator within the Adult Workforce Department. The Adult Workforce Department plays a vital role in employment and support programs serving individuals seeking long-term employment. The individual hired as Employment Coordinator will assist our DYCD Community Resources from the Employment and Development Program (CRED) and general adult workforce clients in adhering to the needs, requirements, and compliance procedures of our Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)-funded contracts. Responsibilities include conducting client intakes, managing post-training activities leading to employment, facilitating workshops, and other duties related to our DYCD grant funders. This position reports directly to the CRED Director/Employment Coordination Manager.

In addition to addressing various case management needs, Employment Coordinators will help general adult workforce clients obtain and retain competitive employment, connect them with benefits, and perform other responsibilities aligned with their case management, vocational, and employment goals.

Schedule:

This position is based in Elmhurst, Queens, with a typical schedule of 9:00 am-5:00 pm or 10:00 am-6:00 pm. One Saturday per month is required during active client sessions. Flexibility is critical, as occasional travel with an advance notice to our Bronx site and evening hours may be needed to support program activities and participant needs.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Case Management:

Provide comprehensive case management to CRED participants from enrollment through credential attainment, internship placement, and employment, and post employment retention, ensuring alignment with DYCD standards and performance benchmarks.
Conduct structured intakes, eligibility screenings, and assessments to develop individualized service plans that support successful completion of nationally recognized credential programs.
Monitor participant attendance, academic progress, and certification testing; coordinate exam scheduling and support students in obtaining industry-recognized credentials.
Build and maintain strong relationships with employer and internship partners across Queens and the Bronx to secure quality internship placements aligned with participants’ training tracks.
Deliver job readiness and employment services, including resume development, interview preparation, job search strategy, professional networking guidance, and direct employer referrals.
Support participants in overcoming employment barriers by coordinating referrals to internal and external social services in collaboration with case management teams.
Provide ongoing follow-up and retention services to participants after placement, implementing strategies that promote long-term employment success and address barriers to job retention.
Track retention milestones (e.g., 30-, 60-, 90-, 180-, and 360-day) and employment outcomes, ensuring timely and accurate documentation in program databases and reporting systems.
Track and achieve quarterly enrollment, internship placement, job placement, and retention targets in accordance with DYCD contract requirements.
Collect, verify, and maintain accurate participant and employment documentation, including case notes, credential verification, internship confirmations, placement verifications, pay stubs, retention follow-ups, and other required records; ensure timely and accurate data entry in required reporting systems to support program compliance, performance tracking, and funder reporting requirements.
Implement and administer participant surveys to evaluate program effectiveness, participant satisfaction, internship & employment outcomes, using findings to support continuous program improvement.
Collaborate with program staff to meet monthly and quarterly performance goals and contribute to program improvement, reporting, and funding proposals as needed.
Assess participants’ current banking practices, including use of fintech platforms (e.g., CashApp, prepaid cards, digital wallets), and provide financial coaching to transition clients toward traditional banking relationships that support credit building, direct deposit, long-term savings, and overall financial stability.
Maintain strong digital proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications, to support data tracking, communication, and compliance reporting.

People & Communications:

Collaborate closely with Commonpoint leadership, program staff, and Employment Coordinators across the Bronx and Queens to ensure seamless coordination of services, referrals, and educational support.
Maintain consistent cross-site communication to align on participant progress, enrollment targets, internship placements, and employment outcomes.
Facilitate and/or coordinate virtual workshops across both boroughs focused on professional development, credential readiness, financial literacy, and career advancement topics.
Provide individualized coaching and direct support to adults with limited work history or educational attainment, ensuring equitable service delivery across locations.
Identify and address employment and education barriers by connecting participants to relevant internal departments and external community partners.
Partner cross-departmentally to develop and implement innovative engagement and placement strategies that drive measurable education and employment outcomes.
Attend and actively participate in cross-borough staff meetings, training, and professional development sessions to promote best practice sharing and program alignment.
Proactively communicate participant achievements, challenges, and retention updates with appropriate internal stakeholders to ensure coordinated and high-quality service delivery across sites.

Data & Grant Reporting:

Complete required reporting, including progress notes, client tracking, and timely data entry in accordance with program deadlines in required online CRM databases.
Utilize data and performance metrics to monitor outcomes, track participant progress, and inform service delivery strategies.
Assist with the preparation of program reports and support funding proposal development as needed.
Assist with grant reports, funding proposals, and outcome documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual in Spanish, French, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Bengali is highly preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, Business, Communications, Psychology, or related field.
At least one to two years relevant experience in workforce development, recruiting, human resources preferred.
Sensitivity towards, and ability to, work with diverse individuals including, but not limited to, immigrants, young adults, single parents, English language learners and other low-income, high-barrier to employment populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
Bilingual skills are welcome.
Demonstrated experience working in a goal-driven environment to achieve monthly targets.
Demonstrated experience effectively teaching or facilitating groups and individuals to achieve a desired outcome using up-to-date techniques/methods.
Experience providing comprehensive assessment and case management services and/or helping others to large caseload desirable.
Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills required, ability to effectively conduct meetings, training, groups preferred.
Experience with Salesforce, DYCD Connect, or other CRM databases preferred.
Demonstrated experience working in a goal-driven environment to achieve monthly targets.

KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR COORDINATOR ROLE:

Organized and detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Proficiency with databases and google software.
Ability to work collaboratively in team settings.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Our total rewards package reflects our dedication to employee well-being, growth, and recognition. Current benefits include:

Tiered health, dental, and vision insurance options.
Pension plan and 403(b) retirement savings opportunities.
Generous paid time off and family-supportive policies.
Professional development and education support to foster career growth.
Recognition and appreciation programs for exemplary performance.
Employee discounts on programs and services.
Access to free amenities, including private seasonal pool clubs and fitness facilities at select locations.
Long-service severance upon retirement.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

To Apply: Please submit a résumé to Wendy Lai & Vita Zakordonets at wlai@commonpoint.org & vzakordonets@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Employment Coordinator, CRED - Elmhurst" in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Commonpoint

Employment Coordinator, CRED

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