CEJA-Pre-Apprenticeship Case Manager

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF NORTHERN IL•Rockford, IL

3d•$20 - $28

About The Position

Note: This is a temporary position with an anticipated date through mid-March 2026. The Pre-Apprenticeship Case Manager will provide individualized and person-centered support services to program participants in the Clean Energy Pre-Apprenticeship Trade Program. The Case Manager will use identifiable strengths and resources to work with youth and adult students to complete training and transition students into trade occupations.

Requirements

A combination of education and relevant work experience that aligns with the duties of this position.
Functional use of Microsoft and Google applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of community resources and case management standards.
Ability to assess the needs of individuals with barriers.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to collaborate and cultivate community resources.
Ability to travel to locations within Goodwill’s territory on a regular schedule.
Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

Recruit students for the Pre-apprenticeship program.
Responsible for student support beginning with assessment during intake and continuing through training and employment transition.
Develop and monitor (through case management meetings) individualized service plans by establishing appropriate goals and objectives for each student.
Responsible for job development activities with students including resume building, mock interviews, and assisting with completing apprenticeship applications.
Create, coordinate and ensure students have access to appropriate supportive services such as transportation, childcare, jobs and other services, by reports or referrals.
Host make-up sessions, tutoring, or post-assessment retakes for students as needed.
Conduct the required post-program proactive follow-up of graduates.
Maintain a professional level of confidentiality in all work-related activities.
Communicate effectively and efficiently with students and staff.
Work with contractors, U.S. DOL-registered apprenticeship programs, DCEO-funded Energy Transition Navigators, and other partners to ensure the timely and successful transition of program graduates.
Ensure case management data entry is current and accurate and documents student activity and/or circumstances in accurate and timely manner.
Implement student support services, participant progress reports, action plans, monitoring attendance and academic performance.