Field Career Navigator - Employment & SkillUP Specialist

MERS / Missouri Goodwill Industries

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Specialist to join the MSC - Employment Services team in the Kansas City area. The role emphasizes coaching, SkillUP services, resource coordination, barrier removal, and employment support to advance participants’ economic mobility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, with preferred higher education and 3+ years in workforce development.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Three years of experience in workforce development or related field preferred.
  • Experience helping individuals facing barriers to employment.
  • Ability to learn and administer Missouri SkillUP programs.
  • Strong communication, organization, documentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the Kansas City area.

Responsibilities

  • Connect participants to employment opportunities and training resources.
  • Administer Missouri SkillUP services including assessment and career planning.
  • Coordinate supportive services and remove barriers to employment.
  • Collaborate with staff, employers, and community partners.
  • Develop referral networks and maintain participant records.
  • Support grant reporting and program compliance.

Skills

Communication
Organization
Documentation
Relationship building
Travel readiness
Missouri SkillUP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree

Job description

MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Specialist to join the MSC - Employment Services team in the Kansas City area. The role emphasizes coaching, SkillUP services, resource coordination, barrier removal, and employment support to advance participants’ economic mobility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, with preferred higher education and 3+ years in workforce development.

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