Full-Time

Employment Specialist

Posted on 9/16/2025

Career TEAM

Career TEAM

Workforce development consulting with government software

Compensation Overview

$55k/yr

Staten Island, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Training
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher and a minimum of 2 years of successful, similar experience
  • Willingness to complete the CUNY Consumer and Personal Finance Course, or an equivalent course approved by DCWP/OFE
  • Experience teaching target populations with low levels of literacy OR willing to attend and complete pre-service orientation and staff development activities before performing teaching responsibilities
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and Google suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, and Drive
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment
  • Public speaking skills to give presentations and orientations that are engaging and productive
  • Experience working with culturally diverse populations and at-risk individuals
  • Exceptional time management abilities, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
  • Willingness to uphold company's core values and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration
  • Experience and or knowledge of workforce development programs and financial counseling
  • Strong multitasking abilities and a proactive approach to tasks
  • Training in trauma-informed care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services
  • A Valid Driver's License
Responsibilities
  • Lead orientation for clients referred to Career TEAM and introduce the program in an engaging format
  • Facilitate job readiness and financial counselling sessions for program clients
  • Conduct interviews and assessments with clients to understand their career aspirations, technical skills, soft skills, and areas for improvement
  • Utilize Career EDGE to provide training sessions to enhance clients' soft skills, including communication, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities
  • Facilitate mock interviews, provide feedback, and offer coaching to clients to help them succeed in real job interviews
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, advocating for clients and showcasing their strengths during placement discussions
  • Collaborate closely with the Outreach Specialist and Case Managers on the transfer process after completing orientation and ensure a seamless transition
  • Maintain accurate records of orientation, financial coaching, training sessions, client progress, job placements, and employer engagements
  • Stay informed about industry trends, job market dynamics, and employer expectations to provide relevant and effective support to clients
  • Prepare and deliver reports on training outcomes, job placements, and success stories to demonstrate program effectiveness and impact
  • Approach each day and task with a "ZAG" mindset
  • Performs other tasks as assigned

Career TEAM, LLC provides workforce development services to government and education institutions. It combines high-touch, one-on-one case management and career services with a proprietary software portal called Career EDGE to manage employment and training programs. The Career EDGE platform supports program administration, participant tracking, and service delivery, enabling staff to coordinate services and monitor outcomes for participants. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated mix of hands-on support and software tailored to public sector and educational clients, backed by a track record of securing government and state grants (over $100 million) and collaborating with partners like ForgeNow to strengthen vocational training. Career TEAM’s goal is to reduce unemployment and poverty by closing the opportunity divide and delivering better employment outcomes through targeted workforce development solutions.

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Headquarters

North Haven, Connecticut

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ForgeNow partnership expands into accelerated vocational training by 2026.
  • Over $100 million in government grants since 1996 sustains revenue pipeline.
  • TANF and SNAP integrations align with state welfare-to-work modernization initiatives.

What critics are saying

  • AI automated platforms erode high-touch services demand within 12-24 months.
  • Chrysalis Inc. undercuts grants with 30% lower-cost vocational training in 6-12 months.
  • 2026 WIOA reauthorization mandates open-source systems, obsoleting Career EDGE in 18-24 months.

What makes Career TEAM unique

  • Career TEAM founded in 1996 delivers high-touch case management with Career EDGE software.
  • Proprietary Career EDGE portal achieves 100% internal project adoption for superior outcomes.
  • Partners with ForgeNow vocational school to modernize career services and employer engagement.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

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