Job Title: Career Navigation Assistant Reports To: Career Navigation Manager
Division: Mission Services-Workforce Development Classification: Exempt F/T
Essential Functions:
Work alongside Human Resources, Program Manager, job coaches, and other staff to assist with everyday duties that support clients throughout the three phases of the Opportunity Accelerator Framework; communicate with service providers to assist with the evaluation of client progress; offer counsel and guidance as needed; assist with the initiation of supportive service requests; maintain the operation of the computer lab; instruct clients and staff in the use of computer lab technology and software applications; monitor client activities in the computer lab; and perform additional administrative duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
This job requires knowledge of coaching and mentoring; working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; assist staff with assigned tasks including data entry and research.
- 1.Assist with the maintenance of case documentation (i.e., client records, including progress notes and all other relevant information to assist clients and to comply with grant requirements).
- 2.Assist with the review and verification all documentation submitted to support request for assistance in accordance with program guidelines; explain to clients their rights, responsibilities, required actions, and other available services based on the clients’ ability to be successful.
- 3.Ensure the accuracy of referral information referred from direct Funding Sources or Community Partners.
- 4.Assist with the Interview, intake, and assessment of incoming participants to determine their needs/goals and facilitate warm handoffs upon enrollment into Workforce Development programming.
- 5.Assist with the creation of assessments and evaluations to analyze participants knowledge and understanding of Job Readiness and/or PRE-ETS curriculum.
- 6.Assist with maintaining documentation of attendance records and provide participation information to program managers and/or career navigators as applicable.
- 7.Enter enrollment and service delivery data into case management system.
- 8.Coordinate scheduling of clients for the purpose of maintaining computer lab operations and activities.
- 9.Instruct clients in computer lab technology and software applications (e.g., answers questions, keyboarding, specialized programs, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing their understanding of lab operations and strengthening academic concepts.
- 10.Monitor participant activities while in computer lab for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment that is conducive to learning and documenting digital learning progress in case management system.
- 11.Create and research training exercises that will enhance the growth and development of the participants.
- 12.Helps visitors by greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately.
- 13.Directs visitors by maintaining employee and department directories.
- 14.Notifies company personnel of visitor arrival.
- 15.Stay informed of any policies, procedures, or activities of assigned program(s) and comply with those changes as appropriate.
- 16.Stay informed of program operations and assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plan where needed.
- 17.Conduct outreach to community providers and employers to gather collateral information in support of service planning as needed.
- 18.Maintain professional knowledge in applicable areas and keep abreast of changes in job-related rules, statues, and laws; read and interpret professional literature; attend workshops, meeting, and seminars if applicable.
- 19.Adhere to work site rules and regulations regarding company policies, dress, parking, lunch, and breaks, etc.
- 20.Keep the Program Manager and Program Director informed of unusual and/or crisis situations as they arise.
- 21.Actively participate in team meetings and trainings.
- 22.Complete other tasks as assigned.
Skills and Abilities:
- 1.Ability to organize, work effectively, conceptualize, and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
- 2.Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, volunteers, clients, and others.
- 3.Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
- 4.Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to complete projects efficiently and independently.
- 5.Must have excellent communication skills including verbal, phone, word processing, email, and internet.
- 6.Must have good public relations skills and the ability to work with employees and the public.
- 7.Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and among, all personnel.
- 8.Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.
- 9.Must be able to work occasionally long or extended hour, including weekends.
- 10.Must be able to function in a hectic work environment with occasional periods of high stress.
- 11.Must maintain strict confidentiality of all information.
Requirements:
- 1.Three years of experience in criminal justice, social work, employment counseling, employment placement, human services, or administration is preferred.
- 2.Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- 3.Must be proficient in operating a computer and experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and other social media applications.
- 4.Must provide own transportation.
- 5.Must be able to clear DMV check.
- 6.Must possess valid operator’s license and maintain current vehicle registration, liability insurance and vehicle inspection.
- 7.Must be ambulatory.