Career Pathways Navigator: Guide Futures & Skills

Harvis Inc.; Edwardsville (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvis, Inc. is assisting in the recruitment of a full-time Career Pathway Navigator to join the Educational Opportunity Center Program team.

The navigator will provide career and educational guidance to adults, serve as a systems navigator, help identify strengths, explore options, access education and training, earn credentials, and connect with employment opportunities across Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, and Schuylkill Counties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combinations considered.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable personal vehicle and appropriate insurance.
• Ability to complete a background check and Pennsylvania MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active participant caseload and recruit, engage, and support eligible participants in achieving program goals.
• Provide individualized career coaching, educational guidance, and strengths-based support.
• Administer and interpret CliftonStrengths, interest assessments, and other career exploration tools.
• Utilize Labor Market Information (LMI), WIOA resources, and career exploration tools to help participants make informed career decisions.
• Help participants explore high-growth industries, High Priority Occupations, workforce training, industry credentials, and Registered Apprenticeships.
• Assist with applications to colleges, universities, trade schools, workforce training programs, and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Provide guidance and assistance with financial aid applications and educational funding resources.
• Identify participant barriers and connect individuals with appropriate academic, workforce, community, and supportive services.
• Maintain accurate participant records, case notes, follow-up documentation, and program data.
• Conduct workshops and group programming related to career exploration, education, workforce opportunities, and financial aid.
• Participate in community outreach, career fairs, CareerLink activities, and other events throughout the assigned service area.
• Build relationships with community partners, referral sources, educational institutions, and workforce organizations.
• Participate in staff meetings, required training, professional development, and other program activities.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Database software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harvis, Inc. is assisting in the recruitment of a full-time Career Pathway Navigator to join the Educational Opportunity Center Program team.

The navigator will provide career and educational guidance to adults, serve as a systems navigator, help identify strengths, explore options, access education and training, earn credentials, and connect with employment opportunities across Columbia, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, and Schuylkill Counties.