SCSEP Employment & Training Coordinator

Community Action of South Mississippi • Moss Point, MS

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will operate under a hybrid work arrangement, with office space available at the Agency's main location in Moss Point, MS, and in Harrison County, MS. The position may also include occasional work-from-home opportunities, as approved and based on the needs of the Agency. The employee will be expected to work from different locations as needed and will be required to travel between counties to provide services and support to the communities the Agency serves. Travel to other locations may also be required based on program and community needs.

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Employment & Training Coordinator recruits, enrolls, coordinates, places, supervises, and provides ongoing support to adults age 55 and older who are seeking employment and may benefit from occupational training, retraining, skill development, and work experience.

Working within the requirements of the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, the Coordinator connects eligible participants with appropriate community service and work-based training opportunities designed to enhance employability and prepare participants for unsubsidized employment.

The Coordinator develops and maintains relationships with employers, nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and other community partners willing to provide supervised training and work experience opportunities for SCSEP participants. The position monitors participant assignments, verifies hours worked and training received, maintains accurate participant and employer records, and ensures program activities are properly documented and conducted in accordance with applicable SCSEP requirements. The position requires significant community outreach, relationship development, field supervision, recordkeeping, and communication with both participants and host agencies.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends when necessary for recruitment, outreach, training, or community events.
• Proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e. telephone, email, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge and skill in using MS Office.
• Ability to learn program-specific databases and reporting systems.
• Understand the fundamentals of automated data processing.
• Ability to quickly gain a detailed understanding of complex computerized and non-computerized information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in business administration, human services, social services, workforce development, education, public administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent education and relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Two (2) years’ experience in workforce development, employment services, case management, human services, senior services, community outreach, program coordination, or a related field.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance and documentation requirements.
• Experience working with older adults, individuals seeking employment, workforce programs, nonprofit organizations, government-funded programs, or employer development.
• Experience with workforce development programs, employment and training services, or developing employer and community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, enrolls, coordinates, places, supervises, and provides ongoing support to adults age 55 and older.
• Connects eligible participants with appropriate community service and work-based training opportunities.
• Develops and maintains relationships with employers, nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and other community partners.
• Monitors participant assignments, verifies hours worked and training received.
• Maintains accurate participant and employer records.
• Ensures program activities are properly documented and conducted in accordance with applicable SCSEP requirements.
• Conducts significant community outreach, relationship development, field supervision, recordkeeping, and communication with both participants and host agencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree