• Source participants for all APCA programs through various recruitment sources: Career Fairs, job expos, referrals, Health fairs, community events, etc. 

• Manage participant information and requirements with the use of multiple systems and databases.

• Develop community/business partnerships to establish a network of business partners who will support APCA PATH academies and apprenticeship program goals.

• Recruit, maintain, and fostering partnerships with potential program partners such as referral sites, health care facilities, Direct Support Professional (DSP) agencies.

• Provide instruction on job readiness skills such as resume building, interviewing, etc. to students as required. 

• Provide one-on-one case management support to all PATH students who enroll in our PATH Academies.

• Monitor job readiness for students and provide regular feedback to instructors during educational events on areas needing additional support.

• Assist participants with resume and interview preparation, job applications and overall job readiness

• Regular follow up and record keeping of Participants’ scheduled job application and interviews.

• General project planning and execution.

• Collaborate with APCA staff to monitor class and participation goals, share success stories and candidate referrals.

• Engage participants in referral to supportive services.

Qualifications/Knowledge

Required

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in training, recruitment, case-management orsimilar

• Associates degree in related field or related year for year experience may be substituted in lieu of education

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills supported by documented experience and professional references

• Experience in successfully facilitating staff and community meetings

• Demonstrated proficiency in use of a computer for work processing, spreadsheets use, communication via email, and for conducting research via the Internet

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows required

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Previous experience in health, social service, community development, and/or working with the underserved

Skills and Abilities

• Ability and willingness to work with state and local partnerships, especially those serving rural Alaskan communities.

• Ability to work as a member of a team and be able to support organizational decisions. Candidate must always promote the APCA in a positive light both internally among staff and externally among members and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrated knowledge, skill, and experience in working with diverse populations.

• Ability to develop, maintain and promote constructive relationships.

• Ability to work independently and to execute projects and tasks in a timely, responsive, accurate and thorough manner.

• Ability to execute discretion and independent judgment and maintain neutrality.