What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Planner position at Goodwill Mission Services/Administration?
The Career Coach/Planner will identify, enroll, and coach program participants in the IYIP Program, which serves youth ages 16-24 with justice system involvement, parent/pregnant, or lack of employment. The Career Coach/Planner will support participants and ensure success with training and employment and provide outreach, individual coaching and planning, documentation, reporting, and follow up.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
- Assist with outreach and enrollment for youth with justice involvement, parent/pregnant, or lack of employment.
- Work with participants utilizing a strengths-based approach to complete individual service plans
- Counsel, encourage and motivate participants and provide case management on an on-going basis
- Assist with barrier identification and removal to ensure success in training and employment
- Coordinate eligibility, secure required documentation, and maintain participant files in accurate and confidential manner
- Become familiar with policies, procedures, and guidelines and ensure compliance with all guidelines
- Make appropriate resource referrals, provide follow-up services and track outcomes
- Maintain confidentiality and protect customers’ personal Identifying Information (PII) as required by law
- Serve customers that reside in Winnebago County
- Monitor and document participants’ participation and progress toward employment and education goals
- Maintain participant files in compliance with program requirements and guidelines
- Show flexibility in working with youth with barriers
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Basic Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, human services, or related field preferred
- 2-3 years of workforce development and/or youth development experience preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication
- High attention to detail
- High customer service focus
- Ability to travel to all locations within Goodwill’s territory on a regular schedule. Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance preferred.
Compensation: $22.50-$26.00/hourly
Key Benefits We Offer
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Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision insurance, basic and voluntary life insurance as well as short-term disability and employee assistance program.
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Financial Security: Competitive salary, retirement plans with employer discretionary match, and bonus opportunity.
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Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, and flexible schedule.
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Professional Growth: Training programs, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement opportunities.
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Perks & Extras: Employee discounts, and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
At Goodwill, diversity, equity, and inclusion is who we are and it’s at the core of what we do. That is why we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are excited that you are interested in working with us. We encourage you to apply for any position that you feel best aligns with your background and experiences. Regardless of ability, background, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, and faith, we commit to providing each applicant a hiring experience that allows you to bring your authentic self to the table.
If you need an alternative method to applying for this position, please contact Goodwill's Human Resource Department at DEI@goodwillni.org.
Salary : $23 - $26
