Career Coach - Lake, Gary, IN

Job Title: Career Coach
Location: Lake, Gary, 46409

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

Travel Requirement: Frequent local travel