Youth Program Coordinator

This position is located in Winona, Minnesota.

DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals facing systemic barriers to growth. Under limited supervision, this position exists to lead the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and state youth programs for Winona County.

Duties include:

• Acting as the technical advisor for youth program processes.
• Assessing career goals, interests, skills, and abilities of clients.
• Developing plans for training, education, and employment.
• Providing support services and referrals to community resources.
• Offering career counseling services to program-eligible and universal customers seeking employment advancement.

This position will provide career seeker services and CareerForce information to youth and young adults enrolled in the Winona County youth programs through orientations, group instruction, and one-on-one assistance. The position will lead the work in Winona County via a youth case management role, establishing working relationships with partners to ensure quality services are offered to participants with the goal of gaining sustainable employment. If you want to make an impact and help people create possibilities, come and be a part of our amazing team!

This position is telework eligible for up to two (2) days per week and is required to be on-site at the office or other designated locations on the remaining days. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment needed to be successful in a hybrid work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note that the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Two (2) years* of experience in career guidance/coaching, case management, workforce development or employment and training programs, working with at-risk youth or young adults with barriers.

*Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience in managing programs and working with budgets and financials.
• Knowledge of Minnesota's workforce programs, including work with public workforce development agencies and related non-profit organizations.
• Skill in database management and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) or similar software.
• Skill in communication and presentation, including facilitating workforce training opportunities, creating and delivering presentations to groups, and facilitating meetings and group discussions.

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.