Met Council Is Hiring A Career Specialist

Job Opportunity: Career Specialist at Brooklyn Hub 🧑‍💼

Summary: Join Met Council, America’s largest Jewish charity, as a part-time Career Specialist supporting clients in accessing workforce training and achieving employment goals in Brooklyn.

Position Details

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Hours Per Week: 20 hours / Part-time
• Location: Brooklyn Hub (occasional meetings in Manhattan)
• Duration: Temporary, through mid-April 2026
• Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour 💵

About Met Council 🌟

Met Council is dedicated to serving the needy through comprehensive social services, including affordable housing, family violence programs, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention, and a vast kosher food distribution network serving over 325,000 clients annually across New York City.

Position Summary 🎯

The Career Specialist at the Brooklyn Hub helps clients from diverse backgrounds, many impacted by poverty, access workforce training and employment opportunities. Responsibilities include guiding clients through intake and enrollment, providing ongoing support, monitoring participation, and assisting with future planning after program completion.

Principal Responsibilities 📝

• Answer client calls, conduct intake interviews to assess training history, employment goals, and financial considerations.
• Explain available training options and guide clients through the enrollment process.
• Register and enroll clients into courses; maintain accurate and complete records.
• Stay informed about local workforce and community resources to provide effective referrals.
• Act as a liaison between students and instructors to promote engagement.
• Monitor attendance, follow up with disengaged students, and discuss next steps after course completion.
• Assist with classroom setup, basic IT troubleshooting, and support community resource room activities.
• Provide basic computer assistance, such as completing forms or bill payments.
• Document all interactions and activities in Salesforce promptly and accurately.
• Participate in supervision meetings, team collaborations, and professional development training.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support program success.

Core Competencies 🌱

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clear process explanation.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and track client engagement effectively.
• Capability to assess client needs and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Respect for cultural and religious diversity, demonstrating sensitivity in all interactions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Empathy, professionalism, and good judgment, especially when supporting vulnerable populations.

Skills & Educational Requirements 🎓

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field (preferred).
• Experience in client services, case management, workforce development, or related areas (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (required); Salesforce experience (preferred).
• Fluency in Yiddish or Hebrew (preferred).

Work Environment & Additional Details 🌍

Based primarily at the Brooklyn Hub, with occasional meetings and trainings at the Manhattan main office. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment serving a sensitive population and may participate in community events within Brooklyn.