LIFE & WORKFORCE READINESS COORDINATOR
About The Position
The Life & Workforce Readiness Coordinator designs, develops, and implements a comprehensive Life & Workforce Readiness program for a designated Boys & Girls Club, with an emphasis on middle school and high school development. The role supports youth development and participation, provides mentorship and guidance on employment, career opportunities, and post-secondary pathways, and facilitates workforce readiness programs. The coordinator collaborates with Club leadership and staff, builds partnerships with community organizations and employers, and coordinates off-site workplace experiences and workforce readiness events. The position also includes program-area safety inspections, grant-related training and reporting, attendance at Club training and staff meetings, and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience and/or training.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to relate to children in a Boys & Girls Club environment.
- Ability to engage with the general public and community organizations.
- Ability to organize, supervise, and inspire members in a safe environment.
- Must meet the organization's insurer requirements for operating a motor vehicle in the course and scope of the position's duties.
- Ability to pass a Department of Human Services background check.
Responsibilities
- Create a positive environment that supports youth development and encourages program participation.
- Apply youth development techniques, provide guidance, serve as a role model, and engage directly with youth in program activities.
- Serve as an adult mentor to Club youth and provide individual and small-group career mentorship.
- Offer personalized guidance on post-secondary education and career pathways.
- Facilitate small-group workforce readiness programs for middle and high school members.
- Assist with member recruitment to increase participation in workforce readiness initiatives.
- Collaborate with Club leadership to support program success and alignment with organizational goals.
- Help establish program objectives and ensure deliverables are met or exceeded.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations and employers.
- Plan and coordinate off-site workforce readiness experiences at workplaces.
- Assist in organizing community events related to workforce readiness.
- Conduct daily pre- and post-operation safety inspections of the program area.
- Participate in grant-related training and reporting to ensure compliance.
- Attend required and recommended Club training and staff meetings.
- Collaborate with Club staff by providing support and sharing resources.
- Participate in special programs and events as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employer contributions to an HSA.
- Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, with optional voluntary life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
- Vacation of 2–4 weeks based on tenure, holiday pay for recognized holidays, sick time, and a mandatory paid 5-day rest period.
- Workers’ compensation.
- Free KIDSTOP services for two dependent children.
- Bereavement leave.
- EAP counseling.
- Jury duty pay.
- Social Security participation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
