EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT JVS
July, 2009

EXECUTIVE

Chief Operating Officer, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. Mission focused, seasoned, strategic, process-minded leader to provide leadership with a comprehensive array of services and programs. Will lead JVS's Employment and Workforce Development programs and lead the agency's program performance management function. Responsible for developing, implementing and managing the program aspects of the annual budget in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer and CEO. Assist in planning, organizing and implementing public and private fund-raising initiatives. Requires an MBA or equivalent, and 10 plus years of operations and finance experience. CPA strongly preferred. Strong background in operations, financial management, IT, accounting. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Entrepreneurial spirit and strong relationship builder. (GG-2912)

PROFESSIONAL

Career Counselor, 5150 Golf Rd, Skokie. Interviews, evaluates clients and is responsible for short and long range vocational and/or career counseling of program participants. Has responsibility for group career counseling programs and seminars. Master's degree or equivalent graduate training in counseling, psychology, education, or social work required. Two to four years career counseling and business experience highly preferred. Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of social networking. Recommended to have one of the following: LCPC, NBCC, LCSW, RLP. (MT-2910)

Employer Services Representative, 300 Revere Dr, Northbrook. Engages in job development activities with employers developing relationships to generate job leads for existing Rehab Placement clients. Assists in maintaining employment to meet program requirements. Matches clients to job leads to attain employment. Bachelor's degree and three years of related business experience required. Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, & Internet research) required. Knowledge of various disabilities, interviewing techniques, business methods and industrial requirements preferred. One year related job placement/sales/marketing experience highly preferred. Must have valid drivers license and automobile. (NC-2886)

Employment Specialist Deaf and Hard Of Hearing, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. Assists deaf/hard of hearing, and other clients with disabilities in locating appropriate employment opportunities. May also refer clients to other agencies or community services. Evaluates client placement and employability potential. Provides job coaching on an as needed basis. Bachelor's degree required. One to two years experience. Requires American Sign Language for communication when necessary with clients. Must possess a valid driver's license. (BP-2913)

Credit Builder Loan Program Advisor, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. Responsible for managing the marketing, client recruiting and evaluation of the Credit Builder Loan Program. Serves as liaison between the program and Jewish communal agencies, temples and the general and refugee communities at large in order to find low-to-moderate income individuals and families who are in need of financial management education and credit repair consulting. Coordinates client screening, recruitment, and registration for training seminars and handles enrollment in credit repair micro-loan program. BA or BS degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or Operations Management. Must have a minimum of two-four accounting and/or finance courses. Two to three years experience in any business management area and/or background in banking, finance, or microenterprise preferred. Business consulting experience is a plus. Professional training or adult education experience desired. Excellent team player with superb people skills is a must. Local travel in Chicago metropolitan area and suburbs required. Some evening hours required. Experience with various computer software applications. (DR-6913)

CLERICAL

Secretary II, 2020 W. Devon, Chicago. Performs a variety of clerical functions requiring some judgment, as assigned. High School diploma or GED; and one year related experience required. Knowledge Microsoft Office Suite and minimum 45+ wpm required. (AH-2906)

Send cover letter and resume to: Director, Human Resources, Jewish Vocational Service, 216 West Jackson Blvd., Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60606; e-mail jvshr@jvschicago.org. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. All applicants must reference the number associated with the position to be considered for employment.

JVS is a metropolitan non-sectarian service organization (aa/eoe).