Out of School Youth Facilitator

Job Description:

Salary: $45,000/year

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Facilitator position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.

Scope of Position:
Maintain a classroom conducive to learning
Facilitate successful participant engagement and learning
Model positive and professional behavior

Essential Functions:
Create and maintain an environment that promotes opportunities for quality interaction and learning through:
Establishing clear expectations and encouraging client accountability
Implementing a structure and plan consistent with prescribed curriculum goals
Maintaining an awareness of differences in individual learning styles and strengths
Implement quality instructional practices
Vary methods of instruction to encourage attention and interest
Utilize materials and activities to respond to differences in learning styles
Facilitate active learning
Demonstrate an awareness and commitment to the balance of individual and group needs
Complete identified curriculum tasks including job readiness, portfolio documentation and preparation for interviewing
Model positive and professional behavior
Demonstrate positive, pro-social interactions with clients, staff and community representatives
Use written and spoken language adequately
Use language reflective of commitment to diversity; demonstrate cultural competence
Model respect and professionalism across all situations
Demonstrate allegiance to policies, procedures and expectations of EDSI
Maintain timely and complete documentation, as prescribed
Participate in required program and community meetings
Collaborate effectively, and communicate proactively with staff and clients
Exhibit ability to provide coverage for staff when needed
Create and implement professional resumes for our clientele
Assist BSR team by calling and speaking with employers on client’s behalf
Conduct Workshops to increase clients’ job preparedness, and readiness
Call retention clients and offer encouragement to remain employed or to assist them, should they seek to gain new employment
Assist Job Club when needed and help clients navigate various websites for employment
Mock Interview Re-Entry customers so that they are fully prepared to perform during their interviews
Conduct workshops for WIOA customers at the PA CareerLink Chester site
Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements:
Experience in training, education or career development
Able to interact with a wide variety of individuals and demonstrate a positive professional attitude
Experience in a team-oriented environment
Bachelor’s degree in Business, education, training, human resources, liberal arts or related area is preferred

Bring your expertise to EDSI and live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!

EDSI is a progressive, forward-thinking, family-owned company that is Certified Evergreen.

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.