Workforce Development Coordinator
About The Position
Education & Workforce Development Coordinator (Family Shelter & Housing Program) Some people just need a place to sleep. Others need a path—one step at a time—back to safety, stability, and independence. As our Education & Workforce Development Coordinator, you’ll design and deliver empowering learning programs for adults and teenagers living in a family residential shelter and for families transitioning into permanent housing. You’ll help residents build the practical skills, confidence, and community connections they need to secure lasting stability—through a trauma-informed, age-appropriate approach that meets people where they are. If you’re passionate about education as a tool for resilience, and you thrive in environments where relationships matter as much as outcomes, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or a related field (required)
- 2+ years of experience working with homeless populations or in residential settings
- Experience designing and facilitating educational programming for adults and/or youth
- A solid understanding of trauma-informed care and the barriers families face (housing discrimination, employment hurdles, system navigation)
- Strong group facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse individuals—including those facing mental health challenges, disabilities, or other barriers
- Comfort with Microsoft Office and database management
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree
- Experience with family homelessness or emergency shelter programs
- Background in adult education or youth development
- Certifications related to life skills, financial counseling, or job readiness
- Experience building community-based programming and resources
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement learning tracks for adults and teens, tailored to age-specific needs and developmental stages.
- Create trauma-informed personal development curricula covering: Personal care, household management, communication, and community navigation, Financial literacy and budgeting, Employment readiness and job search strategies, Housing readiness, apartment hunting, and maintaining tenancy, Parenting skills and self-advocacy.
- Lead weekly life skills classes for shelter residents and participants in our housing program.
- Facilitate teen-focused sessions that support academic success, career exploration, healthy relationships, and future planning.
- Conduct initial and ongoing life skills assessments, then build individualized plans based on goals and needs.
- Work closely with case managers to align your programming with each family’s housing and service plan.
- Provide follow-up support as families transition to permanent housing—monitor progress, adjust programming, and maintain documentation.
- Build and strengthen community partnerships with employers, training programs, and educational institutions.
- Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, workshops, and resource connections (GED, job training, mental health services, and more).
- Maintain accurate records and help track program effectiveness through reports and documentation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
