Career Coach WIOA - Contra Costa County

Rubicon Programs•Concord, CA

2d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Career Coach (WIOA) reports to the WIOA Team Supervisor and serves on a team of Career Coaches providing employment services to economically disadvantaged populations through the Contra Costa Workforce Collaborative's Active Collaboration Through Innovation, Opportunities, and Networking (ACTION) model . This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Requirements

Solid job development, career coaching and case management experience and expertise.
Teamwork, interpersonal flexibility, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to inspire others
Ability to maintain professional partnerships and relations.
Solid workshop facilitation skills and abilities.
Computer and internet literacy, including Microsoft Office proficiency, experience with CRM systems helpful.
Cultural Responsiveness and an alignment with our values and commitment to equity and inclusion.
This position requires occasional travel throughout East Contra Costa County and other Rubicon meetings; if the employee opts to meet these travel requirements by driving, proof of a valid and current driver's license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report are required.

Responsibilities

Case management/Coaching : Conduct intake interviews, eligibility determination, pre-employment preparation, and advocacy; ensure participant accesses all needed services.
Assess participant needs and collaborate with the participant to develop and follow a self-sufficiency plan; motivate the participant to achieve career goals and provide the participant with honest, productive feedback.
Job placement and retention : Develop employer contacts and referral sources and generate job leads; market services; make job placements and provide post-placement support to participants and employers; participate in employer recruitment events; job fairs, and networking events.
Developing Partnerships : Work with the local department of Probation and other community partners focused on supporting justice-impacted individuals to coordinate services and effectively provide wrap-around support and document participant progress.
Group facilitation/instruction : Facilitate workshops, discussion groups and/or classes on employment readiness topics including but not limited to resume development, job search skills, career assessment, exploration and planning.
Data management : Develop a strong understanding of standard operating procedures; Document customer interactions using CRM systems, including Cal Jobs, and protect and maintain customer confidentiality and case record compliance.