Career Transition Coach

Eckerd Connects - Albuquerque, NM

Full-time - Entry Level

Albuquerque, NM

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About the position

The Career Transition Coach at Eckerd Connects is responsible for guiding and supporting students in their transition from education to employment. This role involves mentoring students in job search skills, job placement, and retention, while ensuring compliance with Job Corps services and requirements. The coach will work closely with students to prepare them for the workforce, focusing on essential career success standards and maintaining effective communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with students preparing to exit the center and provide re-orientation on job search techniques.
• Create and maintain a caseload of active assignee files, establishing a tickler system for caseload management.
• Attend meetings that involve Career Transition student/process issues.
• Visit classrooms and trade shops to familiarize students with CTS processes and employability skills.
• Provide workshops to exiting students and assist with job fairs and career days.
• Maintain linkages with military services and external resources; secure and post job leads.
• Ensure all necessary documents aiding in job search are completed prior to student's exit.
• Identify support services needed for independent living and make referrals to support services agencies.
• Participate in the students' Career Assessment Panel.
• Ensure timely distribution of assignee checks and inform them of payment processes.
• Meet regularly with center staff to facilitate contact and placement information for students pending placement.
• Ensure secure storage of Personally Identifiable Information and valuable items.
• Initiate contact with former enrollee assignees prior to or soon after their exiting the center.
• Utilize data and the CTS system for placement opportunities and track individual performance.
• Complete appeals process and verify placements to reconcile errors in surveys.
• Provide additional assistance to meet overall department placement goals and attend required training sessions.
• Maintain accountability of staff, students, and property, adhering to safety practices.
• Cultivate a climate free of harassment and intimidation for staff and students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field; or an Associate's degree with two years of related experience.
• Sound knowledge of case management, career counseling, and job search techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good organizational skills and ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Job Corps experience
• CPR/First Aid certification

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $42,000 to $43,000
• Equal opportunity employer
• Drug-free workplace
• E-verify for employment eligibility