Youth Career Navigator

Salary: $45,000 year

Title: Youth Career Navigator

Classification: Non-Exempt

Scope of Position

To provide support and assistance to youth program participants in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement
Due to the dynamics of working with individuals, this position necessitates an individual who is comfortable working in an environment that is constantly evolving
This position requires an organized individual who can efficiently handle several responsibilities simultaneously

Essential Functions

• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed (participation, placement, etc.)
• Accurately complete required documentation for enrollment
• Work with government officials to ensure appropriate documentation is completed and received
• Create solutions to participant attendance problems
• Oversee participant activities and assist with workshop schedules
• Provide consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up
• Provide individualized assessment of work
• Provide referrals to appropriate community service or social service agencies when needed
• Maintain organized database of clients and keep detailed documentation of all contacts with clients
• Coordinate participant retention services and accommodate participant work schedules
• Document all participant contacts and activities in case notes and ensure that post-placement contacts are made as required by specific contract
• Share information with appropriate staff and/or funding agencies. Maintain participant files as specified by contractor.
• Build a professional one-on-one working relationship with participants to aid in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment.  This includes:  assessment, individualized attention and coordination.
• Ensure participants follow through with planned activities as outlined in contract with funding agency
• Help ensure that positive outcomes and goals are met as required by contract
• Work with school officials, counselors, community partners, technology centers and community colleges to arrange career exploration opportunities
• May be required to work outside of traditional hours on occasion
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

• Ability to prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts
• Demonstrated telephone, computer and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain flexibility as needs of contract or contractor require
• A valid driver's license is required