Lead Career Coach

Eckerd Connects • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Lead Career Coach supports program Career Coaches in meeting goals established in contracts or statements of work. The role works directly with participants and community partners to support participant development, deliver skills training and program curriculum, maintain case records, and connect participants with employers and community organizations.

The position serves youth, adults, and dislocated workers through workforce programs offering career pathways, occupational and other training, academic instruction, career and technical education, and related services. The job description notes that duties listed are not exhaustive.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Past experience working with the targeted population.
• At least 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems.
• Ability to efficiently manage a large active and follow-up participant caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a leadership role with students and motivate and influence positive behaviors.
• Valid state driver's license and ability to meet Eckerd's Auto Insurance requirements and drive for business purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Related bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Assist program Career Coaches in reaching goals established in contracts or statements of work.
• Conduct outreach and recruitment by attending or conducting community activities related to participant development.
• Assess participants and determine eligibility according to the project plan.
• Maintain case records detailing service needs and activities or arrangements for fulfilling them, following program management and funding-source data-management procedures.
• Deliver training in software applications, work readiness skills, and basic remedial math and reading skills.
• Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in meeting program goals.
• Deliver program curriculum and objectives in classroom or simulated workplace environments.
• Connect frequently with employers and community organizations to market and enrich the program and support participant success.
• Identify and recruit the target population of clients and employers.
• Manage program data and paperwork.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 19 days of paid time off in the first year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
• Group term life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED