Post-Release Career Coach - St. Louis, MO

Concordance • St. Louis, MO

34d

About The Position

Concordance’s reentry program is designed to dramatically reduce recidivism by helping individuals with justice involvement lead meaningful, abundant, and joyful lives. Our holistic, evidence-based model offers a wide range of services - therapy, case management, yoga, behavioral health and substance use recovery groups, spiritual care, life skills, medical care, education, and job readiness. Each participant is formally supported by our Care Team for a full year, ensuring stability and long-term success. Now operating in Missouri, South Carolina, and Virginia, Concordance is a national leader in compassionate, innovative reentry care.

Position Overview:
The Post-Release Career Coach plays a critical role in the success of our participants. Career Coaches works directly with participants to facilitate education, prepare participants for long-term career success and provide support in securing employment. The Post-Release Career Coach provides classroom-based education, one-on-one coaching and supports participants with successful employment throughout the program.

Requirements

• Passion for our mission
• Effective intervention skills and expertise in Career Coaching
• Flexibility and adaptability to provide support throughout phases of Concordance’s programming
• Effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• Skill in documenting interactions in case notes and flagging participant needs
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions
• CPR / Adult First Aid certification preferred
• St. Louis Based
• 3-5 years of experience of adult instruction experience, counseling, coaching and/or experience directly supporting a formerly incarcerated population
• Sit, stand, and walk for a considerable amount of time throughout the day
• Occasionally, help set up for Center events or move classroom around including but not limited to carrying and setting up tables and chairs.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certifications: Certified Professional Career Coach and/or Offenders Workforce Development Specialist

Responsibilities

• Teach standard curriculum and develop enrichment activities that enhance participant learning
• Assess participant knowledge and job readiness through formal and informal assessments and classroom observations
• Guide participants on career planning; make recommendations for continuing education and leverage tools to help the participant identify skills, interests and strengths
• Conducting impactful 1:1 and group sessions, maintaining frequent and supportive participant communication. Meet minimum requirements for 1:1 Sessions.
• Supporting participants in transitions from classroom learning to part-time and full-time employment
• Preparing for sessions with participants by reviewing curriculum and participant case notes
• Collaborating closely with participants’ care team, including Case Managers and Therapists, to ensure coordination of services and holistic care delivery
• Collaborating with Relationship Manager to help identify employment that meets the skills and needs of the participant
• Documenting participant interactions, progress, and challenges in electronic record system
• Engaging with participants’ supervisors to review progress and intercept challenges in part-time and full-time employment
• Attending team meetings and trainings

Benefits

• We offer competitive pay and paid time off, a matching 401(k), and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additionally, we cover other benefits such as basic life insurance, AD&D, professional development opportunities, and an EAP program, which gives you quick access to a wide range of life resources.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• 401(K) matching program
• Generous PTO
• Wellness Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed