Career Coach: Job Readiness & Growth Mentor

RADcube; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RADcube in South Bend, IN is seeking a Career Coach to support participants through job search and employment readiness. You will manage a caseload, provide counseling, and develop individualized employment plans.

The role emphasizes community resource navigation, tracking progress, and collaboration with local employers. Strong communication and customer service are essential, with frequent local travel.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 12 months related work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Familiarity with local communities and resources.
• 1-3 years of workforce development or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of participants and provide work readiness counseling.
• Assess participant competencies, work history, education, skills, and barriers to employment.
• Conduct ongoing individual meetings related to job search, job retention, and job readiness.
• Develop individualized employment plans for short- and long-term goals.
• Maintain information on area resources and employers.
• Track participant accountability, attendance, and employment retention.
• Notify government agencies when a participant loses or reduces work hours.
• Maintain periodic contact to assess job retention and advancement issues.
• Provide training and employment advancement information.
• Monitor participant progress toward self-sufficiency.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper case files.
• Provide case management focused on self-sufficiency.
• Facilitate access to education, training, and employment services

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Community awareness

Counseling

Education

Associate’s degree or 12 months of related work experience

Job description

RADcube in South Bend, IN is seeking a Career Coach to support participants through job search and employment readiness. You will manage a caseload, provide counseling, and develop individualized employment plans.

The role emphasizes community resource navigation, tracking progress, and collaboration with local employers. Strong communication and customer service are essential, with frequent local travel.