Career Coach/Case Manager/Employment Specialist/Workforce Development

Job Title: Career Coach

Location(s): ONSITE

Lake, East Chicago, 46312,
Kokomo, Indianapolis, IN - 46219,  
Lake, Gary, 46409,
Marion South, Indianapolis, IN - 46227

Travel Requirement: Frequent local travel

Responsibilities:

·       Manage a caseload of participants and provide work readiness counseling and mentoring

·       Assess participant competencies, work history, education, skills, and barriers to employment

·       Conduct ongoing individual meetings related to job search, job retention, and job readiness

·       Develop individualized employment plans for short- and long-term goals

·       Maintain information on area resources and employers

·       Track participant accountability, attendance, and employment retention

·       Notify government agencies when a participant loses or reduces work hours

·       Maintain periodic contact to assess job retention and advancement issues

·       Provide training and employment advancement information

·       Monitor participant progress toward self-sufficiency

·       Maintain accurate electronic and paper case files

·       Provide case management focused on self-sufficiency

·       Facilitate access to education, training, and employment services

Requirements

Qualifications:

·       Associate’s degree or 12 months of related work experience

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills

·       Demonstrated customer service skills

·       Familiarity with local communities and resources

·       1-3 years of workforce development or related experience preferred