Youth Build Career Coach & Pathways Architect

LIFT Community Action Agency, Inc.; Hugo (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LIFT Community Action Agency, Inc. seeks a Youth Build Job Developer to help participants identify needs and enroll in supportive services. You will craft career plans, provide job coaching, and assist in applying to college or training programs.

The role emphasizes outreach, coordinated services, and setting participants on paths to sustainable employment. You will collaborate with program staff, maintain GPMS data, and arrange work experiences with local employers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience working with youth and young adults, especially at-risk groups.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to connect youth to community services and supportive resources.
• Familiarity with MS Office and data systems (GPMS) for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and agencies.
• Identify participant needs and referrals to supportive services and education programs.
• Coordinate tours to colleges, trainings and local employers for placement.
• Develop career development plans and job coaching strategies for participants.

Skills

Youth Development

Community Outreach

Communication Skills

GPMS/Data Entry

Software Proficiency

Driver's License

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe

Job description

LIFT Community Action Agency, Inc. seeks a Youth Build Job Developer to help participants identify needs and enroll in supportive services. You will craft career plans, provide job coaching, and assist in applying to college or training programs.

The role emphasizes outreach, coordinated services, and setting participants on paths to sustainable employment. You will collaborate with program staff, maintain GPMS data, and arrange work experiences with local employers.