Workforce Career Coach

Eckerd Connects - Nevada, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Nevada, MO

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About the position

The Career Coach serves as the primary point of contact for participants in the workforce development program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for eligibility, participation, and follow-up services. This role involves detailed documentation of service needs and activities related to employment, retention, and termination, adhering to data-management procedures set by program management and funding sources. The Career Coach is responsible for recruiting participants into the program and actively seeking employment and educational opportunities for them as they progress through the program. Additionally, the Career Coach will engage in community activities that promote participant development and will work to identify and recruit both clients and employers from the target population. In this role, the Career Coach will deliver skills training in various software applications, work readiness skills, and basic remedial skills in math and reading. The position requires the development of presentation and facilitation skills to effectively engage students and help them meet program goals. Job development is a key responsibility, which includes frequent connections with employers and community organizations to market the program and enhance the success of participants. The Career Coach will also be involved in creating a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional growth for participants, aligning with the organization's mission to make a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants and their support networks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for eligibility and participation.
• Document service needs and activities related to employment and retention.
• Recruit participants for the program and seek employment and educational opportunities.
• Engage in community activities to promote participant development.
• Deliver skills training in software applications and work readiness skills.
• Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students.
• Connect with employers and community organizations to market the program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Past experience working with the targeted population.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to meet auto insurance requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in workforce development or career coaching.
• Familiarity with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services.
• Strong networking skills with employers and community organizations.

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