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Employment

There is a job for everyone

Since 1978, Job Path has helped people find jobs and excel in the workforce: we were one of the first programs of this kind in the country.

Our approach: Customized Employment

Using customized employment strategies, we pinpoint the skills and talents people can bring to the workforce and the conditions they need to be successful on the job. Then we work with employers to create a job match that works for the business and the job seeker.

Nicola, a woman of color, working at the Shubert Organization by writing notes on a whiteboard

Did you know?

53% of people who find work with Job Path are earning a paycheck for the first time.
85% of people placed in positions with Job Path support stay for a year or longer.

What to Expect: The Process

Infographic showing 5 steps of Customized Employment: 1. Discovery - Using an in-depth process, an Employment Specialist spends time with the Job Seeker, getting to know their skills and talents through observations, community activities and conversations with family, friends and others who know the person well. 2. Planning Meeting - The Employment Specialist. Job Seeker and the Job Seeker's support team meet to discuss the Job Seeker's skills and the conditions they need for success in the workforce. They brainstorm jobs and businesses that would be a good match. 3. Job Development - Using the information gathered during Discovery and the Planning Meeting, the Employment Specialist meets with potential employers to learn about unmet needs that the Job Seeker could fill. 4. You're hired! - The Job Seeker, Employer, and Employment Specialist work together to negotiate the terms of the customized position. The Job Seeker is now the Employee. 5. Coaching and Support - Job Path provides whatever level of on-site coaching support is necessary to ensure success.

Customized Employment at Work

James

James started working at Poly Prep, a private school in Brooklyn, in 2016. He began by working eight hours a week managing inventory in the technology department. Soon staff from other departments began asking, “When can I get some of James’ time?” Now he works 35 hours a week shifting between multiple departments.

Will, a Black man, inside his workplace, Entercom

David working at the NBA store storing clothing.

Mamadou working at an office in the NY Public Library

Photo of Christine happily working at the GAP store

For information about applying for Employment services, please visit our Eligibility & Resources page.