Workforce Development Coach

Daybreak Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Daybreak Inc. is seeking a Workforce Development Coach in Dayton, OH to empower clients to reach their career potential. You will guide, support, and connect individuals with opportunities for growth, tailoring plans to strengths and goals.

The role focuses on helping clients improve employability, develop job-search skills, and build connections with local employers and community resources.

Qualifications

• Formal education aligns with social services or related fields.
• Experience with career coaching or counseling is preferred.
• Career Coach Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized career development plans based on client strengths and goals.
• Lead workshops on job search strategies, resumes, and interview preparation.
• Collaborate with local businesses to create internships and job placements.
• Provide one-on-one coaching to overcome employment barriers.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to ensure successful outcomes.
• Maintain knowledge of labor market trends and opportunities for clients.
• Advocate for clients and build partnerships with community resources.
• Prepare reports on program outcomes for stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Career assessment tools

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Motivation coaching

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Workforce Development Coach# Workforce Development CoachDayton, OH 45402Start Date 10/21/2026## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftFirstEducation LevelBachelor's degreeTravel PercentageUp to 25%CategoryGeneral Business## Description**Full-Time Schedule:** Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM**Position Summary:**The Workforce Development Coach is responsible for empowering individuals to reach their career potential by providing guidance, resources, and support. This role focuses on enhancing employability skills, facilitating career planning, and connecting clients with opportunities for professional growth and development. **Key Responsibilities:*** - Develop and implement individualized career development plans for clients, focusing on their strengths, interests, and goals.* - Conduct workshops and training sessions on job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and other employability skills.* - Collaborate with local businesses and organizations to create internship and job placement opportunities for clients.* - Provide one-on-one coaching to assist clients in overcoming barriers to employment and achieving their career objectives.* - Monitor and track client progress, adjusting development plans as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.* - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends and employment opportunities relevant to client needs.* - Advocate for clients and work to build partnerships with community resources and services that support workforce development.* - Prepare regular reports on program outcomes and client progress for internal and external stakeholders.## Qualifications**Education & Experience:*** Minimum of an associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, human services or related degree from an accredited college required; bachelor’s degree preferred* A minimum of four (4) years of working experience coaching, mentoring, or counseling experience working directly with youth and young adults required; those experiencing homelessness or housing instability preferred* Career Coach Certification a plus**Skills and Abilities:*** - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.* - Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.* - Proficiency in using career assessment tools and techniques to guide clients in their career development.* - Ability to work collaboratively with team members and external partners to achieve program goals.* - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and client needs.* - Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire clients to achieve their career objectives.* - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.