Economic Mobility Career Development Coordinator

Xiente•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Xiente is seeking a bilingual English/Spanish Economic Mobility Career Development Coordinator to help individuals and families pursue economic self-sufficiency through career coaching, employment support, workforce development, and educational opportunities. The coordinator guides participants through career exploration, job placement, skill development, and long-term career growth, working with employers, training providers, community partners, and internal teams to create pathways to sustainable employment. The position provides individualized guidance, job-readiness training, employment placement assistance, and ongoing support as participants work toward personal and professional goals. Work includes office-based activities, participant engagement, community outreach, and employer visits. Local travel may be required for events, meetings, job fairs, training programs, and participant-related activities. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be necessary. The position is in person.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Business Administration, Workforce Development, Counseling, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
At least two years of experience in workforce development, career services, employment counseling, job placement, case management, talent development, or related human service fields.
Fluency in both English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate, coach, and provide services in both languages.
Knowledge of career development practices, workforce systems, employment resources, and job search strategies.
Experience working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic data management systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Strong coaching, mentoring, and motivational interviewing skills.
Ability to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve employment and career goals.
Excellent relationship-building and customer service skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
Public speaking and workshop facilitation abilities.
Problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Ability to build productive relationships with employers, participants, and community partners.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a collaborative team.
Commitment to economic mobility, self-sufficiency, and participant success.
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural responsiveness.

Nice To Haves

Experience in workforce development, employment services, career coaching, adult education, economic mobility programs, or community-based organizations.
Experience facilitating workshops, training programs, or group presentations.
Knowledge of local labor market trends, employer engagement strategies, and workforce development initiatives.
Experience building partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and community organizations.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized career coaching, employment counseling, and workforce development support.
Help participants explore careers, set goals, and develop individualized employment and career advancement plans.
Assess participants’ strengths, interests, skills, and employment barriers.
Use coaching and motivational interviewing techniques to support participant success and engagement.
Monitor participant progress and provide ongoing guidance for job retention and career growth.
Facilitate job-readiness workshops on resume writing, interview preparation, workplace professionalism, communication, and job search strategies.
Help participants identify educational opportunities, vocational training, certifications, apprenticeships, and career advancement pathways.
Assist with job applications, resume submissions, interview scheduling, and employment preparation.
Develop and maintain relationships with local employers to identify employment opportunities and workforce needs.
Engage employers to create career opportunities and support successful job placements.
Collaborate with educational institutions, workforce boards, training providers, community agencies, and other partners.
Participate in employer engagement activities, networking events, and partnership-building initiatives.
Coordinate referrals to supportive services addressing employment barriers, including transportation, childcare, housing, healthcare, financial literacy, and public benefits.
Help participants access community resources and navigate workforce and educational systems.
Maintain participant records, employment plans, case notes, assessments, and other program documentation.
Track and document employment placements, job retention, educational attainment, and career advancement milestones.
Assist with data collection, reporting, and outcome measurement; comply with agency policies, program guidelines, funding requirements, and confidentiality standards.
Accurately enter participant information into case management and data tracking systems.
Participate in outreach activities, job fairs, hiring events, recruitment efforts, workshops, and community engagement initiatives.
Promote program services and support participant recruitment.
Represent Xiente professionally with external partners, employers, and community stakeholders.