Employment Specialist
Center for Employment Opportunities
About this role
The Employment Specialist at CEO is responsible for helping individuals transitioning from incarceration find suitable employment opportunities, build relationships with employers, and support participants throughout the job search process. The role involves strategic planning, relationship management, and administrative duties, all aimed at reducing recidivism through employment.
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About Center for Employment Opportunities
ceoworks.orgCenter for Employment Opportunities (CEO) is a nonprofit that provides employment and reentry services to people returning from incarceration. Using a proven transitional employment model, CEO combines paid work, job-readiness training, individualized coaching, and employer partnerships to place participants in stable jobs. They provide ongoing case management and support to help participants retain employment, reduce recidivism, and rebuild economic stability. CEO partners with employers, justice systems, and funders to scale evidence-based reentry solutions.
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About Center for Employment Opportunities
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$53k
per year