Workforce Career Coach

Eckerd Connects; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Retirement plan with 5% match

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

PSLF eligible employer

PTO exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects, a Denver-based workforce development organization, is seeking a Workforce Career Coach to guide and support young adults (16–24) toward employment or education. The role emphasizes intake, counseling, and placement services within WIOA Youth elements.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, sensitivity to serving diverse populations, and a commitment to equal opportunity. Applicants must meet program requirements and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• 3+ years relevant work experience with youth populations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems.
• Must have valid state driver’s license and be able to meet requirements for Eckerd’s Auto Insurance and drive for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Intake & Eligibility: Recruit and determine eligibility of potential OSY participants in accordance with WIOA guidelines.
• Case Management & Counseling: Develop ISP/IEP and provide counseling to address barriers to employment.
• Workforce Preparation: Teach employability skills (resume, interview, workplace etiquette).
• Placement Services: Connect youth with paid/unpaid work experiences, internships, and post-secondary opportunities.
• Outreach & Partnerships: Collaborate with schools, juvenile justice centers, and community agencies.
• Documentation: Maintain participant records in case management systems to ensure compliance.
• Service Delivery: Ensure access to the 14 required WIOA Youth Program Elements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Workforce Career Coach

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others. Join our Team as a Workforce Career Coach!

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

Hourly Rate: $27.87

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive case management, career guidance, and support services to young adults (ages 16–24) not enrolled in school, aiming to secure employment or education. They facilitate 14 youth program elements, including job readiness, work experience, and educational support.
• Key Responsibilities
  • Intake & Eligibility: Recruit and determine eligibility of potential OSY participants in accordance with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) guidelines.
  • Case Management & Counseling: Develop Individual Service Plans (ISP) or Individual Employment Plans (IEP) and provide continuous counseling to address barriers to employment.
  • Workforce Preparation: Teach employability skills, such as resume writing, interviewing, and workplace etiquette.
  • Placement Services: Connect youth with paid/unpaid work experiences (WEX), internships, job placement, and post-secondary educational opportunities.
  • Outreach & Partnerships: Collaborate with schools, juvenile justice centers, and community agencies.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate, up-to-date participant records in case management systems (e.g., Connecting Colorado) to ensure compliance.
  • Service Delivery: Ensure participants have access to the 14 required WIOA Youth Program Elements (e.g., tutoring, financial literacy, etc.).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Related Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Past experience working with youth population. 3+ years relevant work experience.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems.
• Must have appropriate and valid state driver’s license and be able to meet requirements for Eckerds Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes.

About Our Workforce Programs:

Eckerd Connects provides Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services through contracts with the U.S. Department of Labor and local workforce boards, partnerships, and strategies to provide and create a career pathway for youth, adults, and dislocated workers. Training services include occupational skills training, customized training, on-the-job training, incumbent worker training, and transitional employment opportunities. We provide youth with development, academic instruction, career & technical education, and access to the 14 WIOA Youth Elements. We establish and develop relationships and networks with large and small employers and their intermediaries as well as develop, convene, or implement industry or sector partnerships.

Our Program Location

Eckerd Connects | Workforce Development

4685 Peoria St. Suite 251
Denver, Colorado 80239

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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