Job Readiness Trainer

Job Title: Job Readiness Trainer
Location: Fresno, CA
Salary: $21 hourly during probationray period, then $45,000 annual salary

Purpose: A socially conscious company is seeking a Job Readiness Trainer to design, develop, and facilitate job readiness and vocational skills workshops for low-income and underserved job seekers. The ideal candidate has teaching and/or training experience, strong skills in research and curriculum development, and can tailor workshops to job seeker and employer needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging workforce development and job readiness trainings for adult learners
• Prepare lesson plans, develop curriculum and presentations, and brainstorm new trainings that provide job seekers with the skills to make informed choices in their professional, personal, and academic lives
• Collaborate with the Case Manager and Sales Team to tailor educational offerings to client needs and interests
• Provide support to clients with their job search efforts, higher education applications, personal and career assessments, and exam preparation
• Refer clients to vocational trainings, technical skills classes, and other certification programs
• Facilitate feedback surveys, consult with program staff about client progress, and determine training needs and priorities
• Maintain class enrollments, update daily attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and issue training certificates on a timely basis
• Utilize classroom management skills to provide a positive learning experience for all training participants
• Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-year degree with relevant experience
• Advanced studies in education, instructional design, social services, etc. encouraged
• Experience teaching or delivery trainings for adults preferred
• Ability to establish classroom norms and expectations while de-escalating conflict as needed
• Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness
• Understanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint preferred
• Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Package
• 401K with Employer Matching After 1 Year
• Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency