Bilingual High School Job Center Coordinator - Spanish

Equus•Columbus, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Workforce Coordinator delivers career exposure, career development, employment services, and job-readiness training to high school students. The role works with students, school staff and other adults affiliated with the high school, local employers, and community partners to connect participants with opportunities aligned with their career goals and help them transition from education to employment. Responsibilities also include assisting with eligibility determinations, case management, and connections to work-based learning, training, and workforce services. Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is required.

Requirements

Professional fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English; ability to conduct conversations, present information, and draft communications in both languages.
1–3 years of experience in workforce development, career counseling, or a related area.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with high school students, school staff, and employers.
Knowledge of career counseling techniques and workforce development practices.
Familiarity with WIOA regulations and guidelines, including eligibility criteria and reporting requirements.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with local employers, community organizations, and education partners.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in managing case files and documentation.
Proficiency with workforce development databases such as ARIES or similar systems.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends, to accommodate students' needs or special events.
Ability to work at a high school and occasionally travel to community partners, employer sites, or other workforce development offices.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth.
Experience with WIOA programs, case management, or similar government-funded workforce programs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized career counseling and help students explore career options, set goals, and create career pathways.
Provide employment services and support, including life skills, job readiness, and job search assistance, to high school students; refer adults affiliated with the high school to the OMJCFC Recruiters/Business Services team.
Assess participants' needs, competencies, skills, interests, and potential barriers to employment, and develop individualized education and employment goals.
Assist students with resumes, job applications, and interview preparation.
Connect eligible students with intensive career services and programs such as Achieve More and Prosper (AMP) and other Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs; determine eligibility and enroll students where applicable.
Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in ARIES or similar systems, in compliance with program requirements.
Develop and monitor Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), including goals for education, job placement, and skills development; provide ongoing case management, track progress, and make referrals as needed.
Build relationships with local employers to identify suitable jobs, internships, and pre-apprenticeship opportunities for high school students.
Match students with work-based learning experiences, including internships, part-time jobs, job shadowing, and apprenticeships.
Organize and facilitate job matches, employer presentations, and career-related workshops; coordinate with the OMJCFC Recruiters/Business Services Team for additional services and support.
Collaborate with school counselors, career navigators, teachers, and administrators to align career services with students' academic goals and incorporate the Student Academic Contract.
Provide guidance on post-secondary education options, including community college, vocational training, and certificate programs, and assist students in navigating financial aid and scholarships.
Develop and conduct workshops on job readiness, including resume writing, interviewing, workplace communication, and professional etiquette; provide training in soft skills and basic job competencies.
Organize presentations on career pathways in various industries, including high-demand sectors.
Conduct outreach to recruit eligible students for community partners and workforce development organizations.
Maintain and update job center materials, including career resources, job postings, and training opportunities.
Track student job placements, credential attainment, and participation in work-based learning; prepare regular reports on performance, outcomes, and WIOA compliance.
Develop and use a student participation agreement, monitor student progress, maintain confidentiality of personally identifiable information, and work with the school to obtain parental or guardian permission as needed.