Employment Skills Instructor

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan with match

Bonus opportunity

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Training programs

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois in Rockford, IL is seeking an Employment Skills Instructor to help young adults ages 16-24 build work readiness and life skills. The role involves hands-on activities, assessment, and collaboration with employers to create employment opportunities.

Responsibilities include facilitating group and one-on-one work readiness training, career exploration, and documenting outcomes in the program data system, with day hours and some travel to partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and relevant work experience that aligns with the duties of this position.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to coach, train, teach, and engage young adults.
• High customer service focus.
• Functional use of Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Requires occasional local travel within Goodwill’s territory on a regular schedule. Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with young adults to provide work readiness skills in group settings and one-on-one.
• Teach work readiness and retention skills in an engaging manner for diverse backgrounds.
• Show flexibility and compassion in dealing with individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Assist young adults in career exploration through virtual reality, employment networking opportunities, and employer visits.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Coaching/Training

Youth engagement

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Administration - Rockford, IL 61103

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $27.50 Hourly

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Accountability

The Employment Skills Instructor is responsible for working with young adults ages 16-24 to develop work readiness skills and life skills to ensure training and employment success. The instructor will provide assessment, training, hands-on activities, and engaging content for young adult learners with barriers to employment.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Youth Engagement and Instructional Facilitation

• Work with young adults to provide work readiness skills in group settings and one-on-one.
• Teach work readiness and retention skills in an engaging manner for young adults with a variety of different backgrounds and experiences.
• Show flexibility and compassion in dealing with individuals from disadvantaged social, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Assist young adults in career exploration through virtual reality, employment networking opportunities, virtual visits with employers, and other methods to share information and experiences.

Assessment and Individualized Support

• Assess individuals in young adult programs for strengths and challenges and provide skills development that aligns with assessed deficiencies.
• Meet measurable outcomes and metrics as established by Goodwill and program funders.
• Document and report interactions, training, and other identified data to the data system and program manager as required.

Career Readiness and Workforce Development

• Maintain knowledge of current employment trends, needs, and opportunities, as well as program requirements, standards and guidelines.
• Stay current with community employment, training needs and related skills required for employment.
• Work with employers to understand the needs of their workforce and integrate skills development into workshops and training.
• Cultivate relationships that assist young adults and staff in workplace retention.

Communication and Relationship Management

• Communicate effectively with employers, partners, and team members to ensure participant needs are met effectively.
• Participate in planning/evaluation sessions with other program staff.

Continuous Learning and Professional Development

• Attend and participate in training events and workshops as they relate to job duties.

The above list of responsibilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or duties required. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Environment

The work is conducted at the Goodwill Administration and Mission Building with some travel to partner agencies. Hours are primarily daytime hours, but on occasion, can include evening and/or weekend hours. Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment, which is generally climate-controlled but may involve exposure to typical office noise such as phones, printers, and conversations. The role involves computer-based tasks, meetings, and collaboration with colleagues and community partners, as well as occasional lifting of office and program supplies and moving between workspaces.

Sensory and Physical Requirements

Ability to efficiently and effectively perform all functions of the job. Ability to clearly communicate information and skills to young adults in engaging and hands-on manner.

Characteristic Functions

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to connect with young adults and motivate participants to reach goals.

Principal Challenges

• Working with individuals and creating solutions for employment outcomes.

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the employee's supervisor. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to perform this job successfully. The incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities. Goodwill may exclude individuals who represent a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Goodwill of Northern Illinois is an equal opportunity employer.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship is at will.

Qualifications & Basic Job Requirements

• A combination of education and relevant work experience that aligns with the duties of this position.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to coach, train, teach, and engage young adults.
• High customer service focus.
• Functional use of Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Requires occasional local travel within Goodwill’s territory on a regular schedule. Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance preferred.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision insurance, basic and voluntary life insurance as well as short-term disability and employee assistance program.
• Financial Security: Competitive salary, retirement plans with employer discretionary match, and bonus opportunity.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, and flexible schedule.
• Professional Growth: Training programs, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement opportunities.
• Perks & Extras: Employee discounts, and a supportive, inclusive workplace.