Work-Based-Learning & Career Training Coordinator (WBL/ACT/OTP) Coordinator

LifeSkills Connection Inc.; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Dis

Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental

401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA

Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Job summary

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is seeking a WBL/ACT/OTP Coordinator to develop community relationships and coordinate student placements.

The role reports to the CTT Supervisor within the Career Development department and requires guiding students through career training, resume prep, and job search activities. As a full-time, non-exempt position, the coordinator will maintain employer linkages, assist with outreach, and ensure ACT/OTP participation meets program goals.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain WBL program linkages with local employers and ACT program opportunities for students.
• Maintain linkages with federal, state, local agencies, employers, and contracted placement agencies to aid students’ placement into jobs, continuing education, or the armed forces
• Assist recruiters with outreach services as needed
• Participate in career preparation period curriculum and career transition activities as required
• Counsel students regarding goals, options, requirements, services, etc.
• Assist students with resume prep and job search activities
• Coordinate placement of students in WBL and monitor progress
• Complete student performance evaluations for WBL participants

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Primary Position Objectives

Develop relationships in community for the work-based learning (WBL) program. Coordinate placement of WBL students. Assist in placement of students prior to departure from the program and provide advance career training (ACT). Promote the ACT/OTP program to all staff and students; recruit students to ensure program capacity and provide support services to concurrently enrolled students to meet OMS goals and student achievement (certificates and degrees).

Position

WBL/ACT/OTP Coordinator

Reports To

CTT Supervisor

Department

Career Development

FLSA STATUS

Salary Non-Exempt

Primary Position Objectives

Develop relationships in community for the work-based learning (WBL) program. Coordinate placement of WBL students. Assist in placement of students prior to departure from the program and provide advance career training (ACT). Promote the ACT/OTP program to all staff and students; recruit students to ensure program capacity and provide support services to concurrently enrolled students to meet OMS goals and student achievement (certificates and degrees).

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Brief Description Of Duties

Administration

Procedures

Pay: $26.13-$26.44 per hour

• Establish and maintain work-based learning (WBL) program linkages with local employers and advanced career training (ACT) program opportunities for students
• Maintain linkages with federal, state, local agencies, employers, and contracted placement agencies to aid students’ placement into jobs, continuing education, or the armed forces
• Assist recruiters with outreach services as needed
• Participate in career preparation period curriculum and career transition activities as required
• Counsel students regarding goals, options, requirements, services, etc.
• Assist students with preparation of resume, preparation for work-based learning experiences, and job search activities
• Coordinate placement of students in WBL; monitor student progress, counsel students regarding performance, evaluation, problem resolution, decision making, accountability, and transition issues
• Complete student performance evaluations for students participating in WBL program
• Promote the development of career success standards through modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students, and monitoring skill acquisition; intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed
• Transport students for WBL purposes, as needed
• Teach, model, and evaluate student employability skills
• Monitor attendance and submit all ACT/OTP student attendance each week to the student records department
• Maintain and monitor students’ ACT/OTP folders to include application, progress reports, class schedules, and grades
• Coordinate with concurrent enrollment provider to ensure evaluations are submitted for each ESP in a timely manner
• Ensure all ACT/OPT students meet PRH established attendance and performance criteria
• Coordinate with concurrent enrollment provider and Center finance department to ensure all received financial aid is used to offset Center costs for ACT/OTP student enrollment
• Provide regular feedback to students regarding appropriate employability skills and mastery of Career Success Standards
• Conduct ACT/OTP screening committee to determine applicant eligibility
• Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
• Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection’s policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
• Model, mentor, monitor appropriate Career Success Standards
• Participate in PRH mandated staff training; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Competencies

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective

Communication

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills, both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

• Action-oriented; Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem-solving
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Show attention to detail and the ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth

Qualifications

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Experience

Minimum of one year related experience

Education

Associate’s degree in related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits Include

• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
• Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Disclaimer

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Human Resources Manager, Jennifer Law, [phone], or [e-mail] for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.