Career Coach
About The Position
We’re looking for a Career Coach who understands what it takes to succeed on the job and can coach others to get there. This role involves leading, coaching, and developing talent by coaching participants to build job readiness, confidence, and career direction. You will translate workplace standards into actionable coaching and feedback, lead orientations and training sessions, and supervise participants during on-site learning or work-based experiences. Additionally, you will guide participants through resume writing, applications, mock interviews, and workplace professionalism to help them transition successfully into employment. You will also identify barriers to employment and connect participants to supportive resources such as transportation, childcare, housing, or mental health services.
Requirements
- Experience training, coaching, or onboarding employees
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Comfort managing groups and setting clear expectations
- Ability to build rapport while holding people accountable
- Tech confidence (Microsoft Office, databases, or CRM systems)
- Valid NYS Driver’s License and willingness to drive a company vehicle
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with underserved populations or in workforce development is a plus—but not required.
- Transferable leadership skills are valued.
Responsibilities
- Coach participants as they build job readiness, confidence, and career direction using real-world expectations.
- Translate workplace standards - attendance, communication, productivity, teamwork - into actionable coaching and feedback.
- Lead orientations, training sessions, and cohort-based learning experiences.
- Supervise participants during on-site learning or work-based experiences, providing structure, accountability, and support.
- Guide participants through resume writing, applications, mock interviews, and workplace professionalism.
- Help individuals transition successfully into employment by reinforcing performance expectations and continued engagement.
- Identify barriers to employment and connect participants to supportive resources such as transportation, childcare, housing, or mental health services.
Benefits
- Competitive pay aligned with experience
- Opportunities to grow into advanced coaching, training, or leadership roles
- A collaborative, supportive team that values innovation and initiative
- Mission-driven work where your leadership creates real economic mobility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
