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Join to apply for the Career Coach (City) role at JVS SoCal The Career Coach provides support and career guidance services to help participants reach their employment goals. May assist in determining eligibility and enrollments (intake) inputting data in our internal and State databases systems. Responsibilities Conducts diagnostic testing and other comprehensive assessments to ensure alignment of employment goals when developing their individual employment plan that includes training process and on-the-job training (OJT). Provides information on occupations with clear career paths in high-growth industry sectors. Counsels participants on eligible training providers and specialized training. Provides comprehensive case management including transferable skills assessment, employment and training plan development, job development, and referrals to other social service programs as needed. Engages participants in job readiness activities. Facilitates work skills training workshops and activities. Researches career paths that enhance participants existing skills. Assists participants in writing targeted resumes and tracks progress including job placement, wages, and retention. Maintains accurate participant data in internal and State databases through data entry and comprehensive case notes. Meets contract goals for job placement, training completion, and job retention. Develops working relationships with other agencies for holistic service delivery. Collaborates as part of a team in developing new grants and funding opportunities. Performs other duties as needed for the center/program operation. Attends all City mandatory trainings and meetings and may travel to other JVS SoCal offices or the corporate office as needed. Meets weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly program goals as set by the Program Manager. Qualifications Must have a passion to work with and connect with participants. Strong customer service and counseling expertise with the ability to multi-task. Excellent communication skills and ability to write professional resumes utilizing participant’s transferable skills. Knowledge of the labor market, technology-based career search methods, social media, and employer/business needs. Understanding of the value of networking. Timeliness and attention to detail are essential. Must take initiative, think creatively, and work as part of a team toward unit goals. Knowledge of WIOA common measures and requirements is very helpful. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must be assertive, friendly, and willing to work flexible hours to meet objectives and goals. Will work in an office environment, travel to employer and participant work sites; some evenings and occasional weekends may be required. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate standard office equipment. BA or BS degree in Social Work, Career Counseling, or related field (may be substituted for experience). Three or more years of experience working with priority populations. Preferred: Background and experience in Case Management and/or Career Counseling. Preferred: Prior WIOA experience. Preferred: Associate Degree. Physical Demands While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to stand and sit for extended periods, bend and reach for filing, climb stairs, bend, stoop, lift to move materials, and operate standard office equipment. Visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made. About JVS SoCal Founded in 1931, JVS-SoCal is a nonprofit, non-sectarian social service agency providing job training, education, career services, mentoring, and placement assistance to diverse populations. JVS SoCal serves over 30,000 clients annually at over 20 locations throughout Southern California. We seek qualified, dedicated staff to join us and help transform lives and empower individuals toward sustainable employment and financial independence. #J-18808-Ljbffr JVS SoCal

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