Career Pathways Coach & Job Placement Specialist

Ultimate Staffing; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is hiring a Career Development Specialist in Largo, Maryland, to support job seekers in building skills and securing employment. This role involves individualized coaching, case management, and connecting participants to community resources. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of two years' experience in workforce development or career coaching. Essential skills include strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Workforce Development, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in workforce development or career coaching.
• Knowledge of WIOA programs and employment services.
• Proficiency with essential software and workforce systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary career coach and support for assigned participants.
• Conduct intake interviews and eligibility screenings.
• Develop and implement individualized career plans.
• Provide job search support and resume guidance.
• Connect participants with training and community resources.

Skills

Workforce development

Career coaching

Case management

Communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maryland Workforce Exchange

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is hiring a Career Development Specialist in Largo, Maryland, to support job seekers in building skills and securing employment. This role involves individualized coaching, case management, and connecting participants to community resources. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of two years' experience in workforce development or career coaching. Essential skills include strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities.