Workforce Career Coach

$42,640 - $42,640/Yr

Eckerd Connects - Statesboro, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Statesboro, GA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Workforce Career Coach serves as the primary point of contact for participants in the workforce development program, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements for eligibility and participation. This role involves maintaining detailed case notes and follow-up services that outline the service needs and activities arranged for participants, focusing on employment retention and termination. The Career Coach is responsible for adhering to data-management procedures established by program management and funding sources, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery. In addition to administrative duties, the Career Coach plays a crucial role in recruiting participants for the program and seeking employment and educational opportunities as they progress. This includes conducting community activities that promote participant development and actively identifying and recruiting both clients and employers to enhance program outreach and effectiveness. The Career Coach will also deliver skills training in software applications, work readiness skills, and basic remedial skills in math and reading, while developing presentation and facilitation skills to engage students effectively in meeting program goals. Job development is a key responsibility, requiring the Career Coach to connect with employers and community organizations regularly to market the program and support the success of participants. This role is vital in creating a supportive environment that fosters career pathways for youth, adults, and dislocated workers, aligning with the mission of Eckerd Connects to provide comprehensive workforce services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants and their support networks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for eligibility and participation.
• Maintain detailed case notes and follow-up services regarding employment, retention, and termination.
• Recruit participants for the program and seek employment and educational opportunities.
• Conduct community activities related to participant development.
• Identify and recruit target populations of clients and employers.
• Deliver skills training in software applications and work readiness skills.
• Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in program goals.
• Connect with employers and community organizations to market the program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience, particularly with the targeted population.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and online database tracking systems.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to meet auto insurance requirements for business purposes.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance