Career Pathways Coordinator: Internship & Job Placement

Kids for the Future; Ridgeside (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental coverage

401(k) matching

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Signal Centers in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Internship & Employment Placement Coordinator for our Work Ready program. You will build relationships with local employers, coordinate internships and job placements, and guide clients toward sustainable careers.

You will manage outreach, develop Career Plans, provide job readiness coaching, and collaborate with program staff to place participants with barriers to employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Experience in community outreach or job development preferred.
• Ability to build relations with businesses, Chambers, and partners.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and diplomacy.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and priorities.
• Experience with ACES/Trauma-Informed Care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with businesses to determine workforce needs and promote internships.
• Place calls, emails, and conduct outreach visits to employers.
• Understand local workforce trends and grow program partnerships.
• Help clients develop a Career Plan for chosen pathways.
• Assist program staff with internship development and job placements.
• Identify sites for job shadowing and placements and secure them.
• Provide counseling, job prep guidance, and barrier removal support.
• Deliver trainings and workshops for clients and partners.
• Assess work readiness, make referrals, and follow up to ensure retention.
• Carry a caseload of 20-25 participants with notes and data entry.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Collaboration

Data entry / record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Job description

Signal Centers in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an Internship & Employment Placement Coordinator for our Work Ready program. You will build relationships with local employers, coordinate internships and job placements, and guide clients toward sustainable careers.

You will manage outreach, develop Career Plans, provide job readiness coaching, and collaborate with program staff to place participants with barriers to employment.