Career Navigator - Willmar

Goodwill-Easter Seals of Minnesota; Willmar (MN); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Generous PTO

Medical, dental and vision plans

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee discount

Job summary

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is seeking a Career Navigator to support individuals with career counseling, job placement, and readiness training. You will work with internal and external teams to coordinate services and ensure strong relationships that lead to positive employment outcomes.

The role requires accuracy in documentation, ability to coordinate caseloads, and adherence to privacy laws. A flexible, hybrid work arrangement with some in-office days is available to support service

Qualifications

• Experience managing a caseload (1–3 years).
• Knowledge of data privacy requirements and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide job placement assistance and career counseling.
• Coordinate case management with partners and report caseload data.
• Maintain accurate documentation to meet funder requirements and laws.

Skills

Organizational skills

Meet deadlines

Adaptable / Flexible

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Independent decision-making

Caseload management

Data privacy knowledge

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Career Navigator provides services that may include career counseling and coaching, evaluation, transitional employment, employment and career readiness training, job placement, retention and support services, case coordination, tracking and reporting activities. The Career Navigator will interact with internal and external teams to deliver seamless services to individuals and ensure that positive relationships are maintained resulting in optimal employment outcomes for individuals served.

Day in the life

• Career Navigation Services: Provide job placement assistance and career counseling resulting in optimal employment outcomes for individuals served.


• Case Management Coordination: Ensure that seamless and comprehensive services are delivered to the individual providing coordinated service options and resources to meet their needs resulting in positive outcomes for individuals served. Serve as the main contact and coordinator for the individual and other involved partners, persons or agencies.


• Documentation: Maintains complete, accurate and timely documentation of individuals served by following established applicable procedures, guidelines, funder requirements, and laws. Organize and report essential caseload information on a regular basis to support program and organizational goals.

Job Pay & Perks

• Pay range: $26.52 - $37.20/hr


• This is a scheduled-hybrid role whose essential functions require work to be conducted at a physical location, which may include a GESMN or partner facility, at least two (2) days per week. The remaining days can be worked from the employee's home office or a designated community setting as directed by the manager.


• Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) prioritizes work-life balance. We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, generous paid time off (PTO) program, competitive medical, dental and vision plans, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, and an employee discount!


• Opportunities for career development and advancement

About You

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Organizational skills


• Ability to meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes.


• Adaptive and open to change and flexibility within job.


• Proven verbal and written communication skills.


• Capable of multi-tasking


• Independent decision-making skills


• Experience successfully managing a case load


• Knowledge of data privacy requirements and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.


• Ability to work in a team environment.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software and the ability to accurately enter data into computer based systems.


• This role requires a motor vehicle record (MVR) check(no major violations, not more than two (2) minor violations, and not more than one (1) accident in the past three years), and the ability to meet GESMN's authorized driver requirements, including:
  
  
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  
  
  • Must have proof of auto insurance with a minimum of $300,000 combined limit for bodily injury and property damage coverage.
  
  
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  
  
  
  

Prior Experience & Education

• Relevant Experience required (1-3 years)


• Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

About Us

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has been creating career possibilities together with partners since 1919. Many people know Goodwill stores, but don't know store proceeds support nearly 20 programs for job seekers to access resources and find careers that lead to advancement. Read more about us here.

Star Tribune Top Workplace 6 years running.

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GESMN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by law.

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver License (required)


• Car Insurance (required)

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