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Description
For nearly three decades, Goodwill has proudly run a highly successful CNA Training Program. What makes our program truly exceptional? Every student is paired with a dedicated career coach who walks alongside them on their professional journey. Now, we’re on the lookout for an empathetic, motivated individual to join our team as a Career Coach.
What We’re Looking For:
· A compassionate individual who genuinely cares about helping others succeed.
· Someone with a bachelor’s degree in a related field
· Experience working with individuals facing barriers to employment.
· A passion for empowering others to achieve their goals.
· Someone with proficient computer skills
· Ability to engage effectively with diverse individuals, including those from various cultural backgrounds and ability level. This skill extends to both one-on-one interactions and group settings.
· We value candidates who take initiative, stay motivated, and consistently deliver quality services to both internal and external stakeholders.
· Strong communication skills are vital for conveying information effectively.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
· No prior knowledge of the healthcare industry is required.
· You will work with an awesome team!
· You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of aspiring CNAs. Witnessing their growth and success can be incredibly rewarding.
· You’ll provide case management, barrier resolution, and placement services to program participants.
· Help individuals identify SMART career and life goals and guide them as they take steps toward success.
· Sharpen your own skills in communication, problem-solving, and resource navigation. You’ll become adept at connecting individuals with the right opportunities.
· Engaging with individuals from various backgrounds—culturally, emotionally, and physically—adds richness to your work. Every day brings new perspectives and learning opportunities.
· Teach employability and life skills workshops, covering topics like resumes, cover letters, interview skills, and more.
· Competitive hourly wage: $21.00.
What we offer at Goodwill:
· Up to 20 paid vacation days in the first year
Additional Details:
Make a Difference. Join Goodwill’s Career Coaching Team Today!
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education or related field required. Prefer one-year experience in a human service setting providing direct and/or supportive services to individuals with disabilities and/or barriers to employment preferred. Some positions may require specialized experience, education, licensure, etc. Must be able to provide own transportation to various sites in the community to fulfill the obligations of this position.
PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to use hands to handle or feel and regularly sit and reach with hands and arms.
1. The employee must occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, stand, walk, talk, or hear and perform computer operation.
2. Specific vision abilities required.
As necessary the ability to meet short deadlines and self-manage stressful work environments.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES:
All employees are required to uphold the values of Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids (GIGGR) Integrity, Stewardship, Innovation, Excellence, and Respect. All employees are required to comply with the policies, procedures, and safety program of GIGGR. All employees are required to uphold standards for GIGGR accreditation, including through Goodwill Industries International and CARF. Employees are required to adhere to program requirements and follow all state and federal laws and regulations, including but not limited to those related to recipient rights, confidentiality, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Full Time
Retail
$48k-60k (estimate)
03/21/2024
05/20/2024
goodwillgr.org
GRANDVILLE, MI
500 - 1,000
1966
Private
KATHY CROSBY
$5M - $10M
Retail