Workforce Career Coach

Company: Eckerd Connects
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Do you believe in giving second chances? That's what our team does every day. We provide "Heart Work" to at-risk youth in our Project Bridge program. It takes a courageous, patient, and giving heart to enter into the unknown with our clients and provide second chances. Join us on our mission to "Provide and share solutions that promote the well-being of children, young adults, and families in need of a second chance."Make more than a Living, Make a Difference Our Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insuranceHourly Pay Range: $17.50 - $18.50Duties & Responsibilities
  • The Career Coach is the primary point of contact with the participants and others in the participant's circle of influence, meets the regulatory requirements for eligibility, participation, case notes and follow up services detailing service needs and activities/arrangements for their fulfillment, regarding employment, retention, and termination, according to data-management procedures established by program management and the funding sources.
  • The Career Coach will recruit for the program as well as seek employment and educational opportunities as participants complete the program, attend conduct activities in the community relating to participant development, and identify and recruit target population of clients and employers..
  • Deliver skills training in software applications, work readiness skills and the development of basic remedial skills in math and reading. Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in meeting program goals.
  • Job Development by connect with employers and community organizations on a frequent basis to market and enrich the program and the success of the participants.Qualifications
    • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Related Bachelor's degree, from an accredited College or University preferred.
    • Past experience working with the targeted population. 3+ years relevant work experience.
    • Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems.
    • Must have appropriate and valid state driver's license and be able to meet requirements for Eckerd's Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes and travel throughout the community to provide employment workshops and other services.*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.About Our Program:Eckerd Connects' Project Bridge provides transitional services to boys and girls ages 11-21 reintegrating back to their home communities from residential commitment programs. Through an innovative partnership, this program supports the mission and vision of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to increase post-placement stability of youth through transition coordination from residential placement. Our Location:Eckerd Connects - Project Bridge3645 Cortez Road, Suite 100 - Bradenton, FL 334210About Us Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0Qtn-KpLpc&t=2sCopy & paste the link into your browser for more program information: https://eckerd.org/juvenile-justice-services/community-based-services/project-bridgeEckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. ("Eckerd Connects") considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility. *CB PI206607998

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