Youth Programs Coordinator: 1st Shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Skills Inc•Auburn, WA

2d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking a Youth Programs Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will implement, facilitate, and oversee onsite and offsite program activities for DSHS DVR Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS). The incumbent will coordinate with external and internal stakeholders to achieve program goals and objectives.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge and familiarity in the following training topics; life skills, soft skills, self-advocacy, general workplace safety and hygiene, personal etiquette and workplace communication.
Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment, particularly those persons with disabilities.
Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication style.
Ability to provide direction and guidance.
Advanced computer literacy in Windows environment including MS Office experience.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Ability to travel within the Puget Sound region.
Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities.
BA Education or Social Work
Preference to experience in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, youth counseling, and/or professional training.
Two to five (2-5) years working with students and/or persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Work with School District Partners (SDP's) to recruit, screen and qualify students for entry to Pre-Employment Transition Services.
Conduct tours with SDP's, including administrators, educators, students, parents and other stakeholders.
Conduct student intakes, including outreach, recruitment, and administrative duties for Pre-ETS program event/process.
Support facilitation of manufacturing and administrative training activities for students participating in onsite Aerospace Internship Program (AIP) at Auburn facilities.
Develop curriculum and lesson plans, and deliver training and classroom instruction to students.
Work closely with Youth Programs counterparts at Auburn Plant 1 and Plant 2 facilities to maintain continuity in program service delivery. Spend time on the shop floor working with students and mentors.
Communicate and present program information to Skills Inc. Leadership, Plant Managers, Supervisors, Leads, Mentors, Human Resources (HR) and Vocational Services as needed and required.
Maintain student files, record and maintain weekly progress notes that meet individual education plans and vocational goals.
Coach and support students and mentors to ensure a successful work experience.
Assist supervisors and leads to accommodate students when needed.
Serve in a liaison capacity between Skills Inc. and SDP's as outlined by the Program Manager and Director of Workforce Development.
Manage outcome-based program evaluation metrics and data.
Evaluate and report students' progress and performance to Program Manager.