CCSNH RHT North West Central High School Career Coach

Community College System of New Hampshire•Concord, NH

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About The Position

Under the RHT Regional Lead, the RHT High School Career Coach & Navigator supports the Rural Healthcare Transformation (RHT) grant by guiding high school students through healthcare career exploration, preparation, and transition planning into postsecondary education, training programs, and healthcare employment pathways. The role focuses on building early awareness, removing barriers, and connecting students with healthcare career pathways aligned with rural workforce needs. The position is grant-funded through September 30, 2028, and is contingent upon renewed grant funding under the terms outlined by contract through September 30, 2031.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, social sciences, healthcare, public administration, or a related field, plus two years of experience in career counseling, case management, workforce development, healthcare support services, or community-based human services; OR an associate’s degree in one of those fields plus four years of such experience.
Valid driver’s license or access to statewide transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with high school students or youth development programs.
Knowledge of healthcare career pathways and education systems.
Experience working with underserved or rural student populations.
Familiarity with career coaching, advising, or case management.
Experience with workforce or education grant programs.
Knowledge of support services and funding systems.

Responsibilities

Provide career coaching and navigation services to high school students interested in rural healthcare careers.
Support students in exploring healthcare pathways, including nursing, behavioral health, allied health, and long-term care careers.
Conduct outreach and career exploration activities in high schools, CTE programs, and community settings.
Help students understand and access healthcare education pathways, including dual enrollment, pre-apprenticeship, and postsecondary training programs.
Identify and address barriers to student participation, including transportation, academic readiness, financial limitations, and access to support services.
Connect students and families to workforce and education resources, including scholarships, training programs, and support services.
Work with educators, counselors, and RHT staff to support student transition planning from high school to healthcare careers.
Facilitate career readiness activities such as job shadowing, healthcare exposure visits, and career planning sessions.
Promote equitable access to healthcare careers for underrepresented and rural student populations.
Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and reporting related to student engagement and outcomes.
Collaborate with employers, colleges, and workforce partners to strengthen rural healthcare talent pipelines.
Participate in school-based and community-based events to promote awareness of healthcare careers and RHT opportunities.
Comply with all CCSNH, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.