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Workforce Training & Coaching Specialist

Mel Trotter Ministries
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Are you a relationship builder who thrives on making connections? The Development Job Coach position at Mel Trotter Ministries is your chance to be a true difference maker in our community! You'll engage with workforce development participants one-on-one, encouraging and equipping them on their journey to gain valuable life and job skills. Imagine coming to work each day, fueled by passion and the opportunity to uplift others in a Christ-centered environment.

You will enjoy a competitive salary and robust benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Agreement, Paid Time Off, Paid Meals, Employee Assistance Program, and true work-life balance. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and put your gifts, talents, and skills into action, we can't wait to meet you! Join our energetic team and together let's work for change for our community and for those we serve.

Mel Trotter Ministries: Our Story

We are a Christ Centered organization dedicated to our mission of ending homelessness one life at a time. Come join our team of Christians who love God and want to help those most in need.

What it's like to be a Workforce Training & Coaching Specialist

As a full-time Workforce Training & Coaching Specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, facilitation, instruction, participant coaching, and continuous improvement of the Momentum workforce development program. This role combines workforce readiness instruction with employment coaching and participant support to ensure individuals are prepared for successful transition into sustainable employment opportunities.

The Workforce Training & Coaching Specialist oversees classroom operations, curriculum implementation, participant engagement, scheduling, attendance, and individualized employment support while building strong employer and participant relationships. This role works collaboratively with Workforce Development leadership, case managers, employers, and community partners to support participant success, employment readiness, job placement, and retention outcomes.

Does this sound like you?

To excel as a full-time Workforce Training & Coaching Specialist, you'll need to harness your skills as an excellent communicator with high emotional intelligence. Understanding employer needs is crucial, as you navigate the intricacies of job placements while remaining empathetic to the experiences of those overcoming employment challenges and homelessness. Your encouraging nature will inspire participants, while critical thinking will help you solve challenges creatively. Being organized and professional in your approach will ensure that you manage case notes effectively and collaborate seamlessly with various stakeholders. If you possess these skills and have a genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives, then this role may be the perfect fit for you!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

  • Excellent communicator
  • high emotional intelligence
  • understanding of employer needs
  • understanding of the experience of homelessness
  • empathetic
  • encouraging
  • critical thinker
  • organized
  • professional
  • valid driver's license

Our team needs you!

Applying for this position is a walk in the park if you feel it's a good fit for you. Best of luck!

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