Workforce Readiness Navigator

Project for Pride in Living • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Project for Pride in Living (PPL), a nonprofit organization, empowers low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated housing, employment, and education services. The Workforce Readiness Navigator supports adult learners as they explore education, training, and employment opportunities. Through individualized coaching and case management, the role helps participants build career readiness through high school completion, industry credentials, apprenticeships, career pathways, and postsecondary education. The position calls for a strong communicator and relationship-builder who is passionate about helping individuals achieve meaningful career goals.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position paying $23–$26 per hour, based on qualifications.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong facilitation skills, including working with individuals, small groups, and workshops.
• Strong knowledge of postsecondary enrollment procedures and paid apprenticeship opportunities.
• Strong computer and database skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Zoom.
• BA/BS degree in a related field; additional experience may substitute for education.
• At least 2 years of experience in direct service, specifically postsecondary counseling, employment services, nonprofit work, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one case management, including weekly calls and/or face-to-face meetings.
• Manage an active caseload through participant enrollment, program activities, and exits.
• Work with external partners, including nonprofits, colleges, universities, and unions, to gather and present information relevant to participants' career paths.
• Conduct intakes, orientations, and/or informational sessions for potential participants.
• Contribute to creative program design and provide regular program status updates.
• Work with internal teams to create and refine procedures and processes that benefit participants.
• Network and collaborate with employer and community partners to identify and secure resources, information, training, and employment opportunities for participants.
• Assist with marketing and recruitment to promote PPL education and career-readiness services.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• HSA or FSA options.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Summer half-day Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment.
• Work that makes a real and lasting impact on families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level