Career & Leadership Coordinator

Bethany; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer</

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Career & Leadership Coordinator to support youth development through IDPs, job coaching, and community partnerships.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Human Services, 2+ years of experience, CPR/First Aid/AEC certification, and willingness to work days, evenings, and weekends to serve families nationwide.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services or related field of study from an accredited college.
• Must pass a criminal history screen and have a valid driver's license with driving history acceptable to Bethany.

Responsibilities

• Complete client intakes and assessments and develop individual development plans (IDP).
• Provide academic and employment development opportunities through community partnerships.
• Meet with youth to explore educational and vocational goals.
• Provide job coaching and address barriers to success.
• Maintain client records and submit reports per state, federal and agency requirements.
• Plan and facilitate employment workshops and engagement events.
• Assist youth in leadership development and community engagement.
• Coordinate client transportation as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written comms

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AEC certification

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Category: Social Services - Domestic Programs

Requisition Number: CAREE001607

• Posted : September 1, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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MI-GR-Madison Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USA

Description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values: We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul. As a Career & Leadership Coordinator, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Complete client intakes and assessments in a timely manner to include but not limited to the creation of an individual development plan (IDP) that addresses the client’s goals and areas of needed development;
• Provide academic and employment development opportunities to program youth by establishing and maintaining the appropriate community partnerships;
• Meet individually with youth to explore educational and vocational goals and interests;
• Provide job coaching to youth while identifying and addressing barriers to success;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and submit written reports in a timely manner in compliance with state, federal and agency requirements;
• Provide orientation, training, and ongoing support to community partners, while working with program participants to ensure services provided are trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate and culturally competent;
• Effectively communicate the client’s IDP to community partners to include foster parents and/or referring workers to define the service plan and progress;
• Collaborate effectively with community partners and program staff to identify client barriers and challenges while developing strategies to assist with youth transformation;
• Plan, organize, promote, and facilitate employment workshops, engagement events and individual supports;
• Assist youth in leadership development, job skills training, and community engagement;
• Coordinate client transportation to as needed;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services or related field of study from an accredited college;
• At least two (2) years of employment support service experience;
• Prior experience working with youth who are placed at risk and/or historically underserved, preferred;
• Must be CPR, First Aid, and AEC certified upon hire or within 60 days of hire;
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge of community, state and agency resources;
• Must be willing and able to work days, evenings, and weekends, as necessary;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYourWay,paidparentalleve,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program

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