Career Coach

Goodwill - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Louisville, KY

Social Assistance

About the position

The Career Coach position at Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is designed for a dynamic and self-motivated professional who will assist job seekers in overcoming barriers to employment. The role focuses on connecting individuals, particularly those facing challenges such as disabilities or criminal backgrounds, with the resources they need to secure and maintain long-term employment. The Career Coach will play a vital role in the community by providing personalized support and guidance to help participants achieve their career goals.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the recruitment of program participants
• Completes a needs assessment and conducts intake interviews with individuals to determine financial barriers
• Assists participants with job search/job placement activities, as necessary
• Assists external retail participants in developing and individualizing an action plan based on their individual barriers, needs, and goals
• Assists external retail participants in locating additional resources needed to help overcome barriers and makes referrals to other agencies as needed on behalf of the participant

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, human relations, social work, rehabilitation counseling, or related field preferred
• Minimum of four (4) years of work experience in workforce development, human services, or counseling environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Must maintain participant confidentiality and follow the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Code of Ethics

Benefits

• 403(b) Plan
• Company 403(b) Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & 8 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life, Dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Free career coaching, including financial training and digital literacy
• Flexible schedule
• Access to our Goodwill Cars to Work program