Career Planner - Youth Focused

Workforce Connections, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employer-supported health reimburse- m

Job summary

Workforce Connections, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a WIOA Youth Coordinator to lead and coordinate the Youth Program across Western Wisconsin. You will work with schools, employers, and community partners to deliver youth services, ensure compliance, and drive program success.

The role reports to the Operations Manager, is full-time, includes travel, and offers a benefits package with health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, education, business, or related field preferred.
• Experience with case management, employment services, or workforce development preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day delivery of WIOA Youth services across Western Wisconsin.
• Provide participant outreach, eligibility, assessment, case management, and planning.
• Build partnerships with schools, employers, and community organizations.
• Coordinate work-based learning and employment/training opportunities.
• Monitor documentation, performance, and service delivery for compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Relationship building

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Case management software

Job description

Location: La Crosse, WI

Job Id:127

# of Openings:1

About Workforce Connections

About Workforce Connections

At Workforce Connections, Inc. (WCI), we believe that meaningful work changes lives. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people, work, and training, we provide innovative workforce development, family support, education, and community-based services that empower individuals, strengthen families, support employers, and build thriving communities. Every member of our team plays an important role in creating opportunities, removing barriers, and helping people discover their purpose, passion, and potential.

Position Summary

The WIOA Youth Coordinator provides leadership and coordination for WCI's Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program in Western Wisconsin. This position combines program coordination, community partnership development, and direct participant services to ensure young people have access to education, training, employment, and supportive services that help them successfully transition to careers and self-sufficiency. The Youth Coordinator works closely with staff, schools, employers, workforce system partners, and community organizations to coordinate high-quality youth services throughout the region. The position is responsible for supporting program implementation, monitoring performance and service delivery, ensuring compliance with WIOA requirements, and identifying opportunities to strengthen and expand services for youth.

Reports To: Operations Manager

Classification: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Work Location: Assigned WCI work location or approved work arrangement. Regular travel throughout the region may be required.

Compensation: $49,920–$59,259 annually ($24.00–$28.49/hour), depending on qualifications and experience, in accordance with WCI's Board-approved Pay Plan.

• health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• employer-supported health reimbursement benefits
• paid holidays
• generous paid leave
• professional development opportunities

Eligibility requirements apply.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of WIOA Youth services throughout Western Wisconsin, ensuring services are participant-centered, effective, and compliant with program requirements.
• Provide and support participant outreach, eligibility, assessment, case management, employment and education planning, and connection to training, work-based learning, supportive services, and employment opportunities.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, employers, Job Centers, educational institutions, community organizations, and other workforce system partners to strengthen opportunities for youth.
• Coordinate work-based learning, career exploration, and other employment and training opportunities for program participants.
• Monitor program documentation, performance, outcomes, and service delivery to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to staff involved in WIOA Youth services and collaborate with WCI leadership on program implementation and development.
• Participate in regional workforce initiatives and perform other duties consistent with the position as WCI’s WIOA services and responsibilities continue to evolve.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human services, education, business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience providing case management, employment services, workforce development, or related human services preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with participants, employers, community partners, and coworkers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while providing high-quality customer service.

Technology

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and the ability to learn case management and other agency software.

Other Requirements

• Must obtain Wisconsin Financial and Employment Planner (FEP) certification within the required timeframe and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and travel as needed to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Workforce Connections?

At Workforce Connections, our work changes lives. Every day, our team helps individuals and families build employment, financial stability, and opportunity while strengthening employers and the communities we serve. If you're looking for a career where your work has purpose and your contributions make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.Workforce Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.