Youth Career Coach & Development Specialist

Equus; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions in Kentucky seeks a Youth Talent Development Specialist to provide employment services and life-skills support to young adults (16-24). You will assess needs, develop individualized goals, and coach participants toward job attainment while coordinating with community resources.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in social services or related field and demonstrate strong communication, confidentiality, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services or related field; minimum two years working with a targeted population preferred
• Ability to develop trust and rapport while maintaining professional interactions with a diverse population
• Excellent, inclusive written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work occasional extended hours, including weekends at office/community centers or events
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all forms and information
• Understanding of youth-adult partnerships concepts
• Strong self-motivation and ability to meet deadlines and balance priorities

Responsibilities

• Provide employment services and support (life skills, job readiness, job search) to young adults (16-24)
• Prepare and maintain accurate participant documentation respecting regulatory guidelines
• Assess participant needs and competencies to create individualized goals
• Develop and strengthen relationships with participants and community members through effective communication
• Ensure regular and timely communications of opportunities; coach to support goals and job attainment and retention
• Maintain familiarity with resources for participants' varying demographics and needs
• Assist in program orientation, life skills and job readiness workshops, and front desk coverage
• Engage in team meetings and trainings to promote development, service effectiveness, and metrics achievement
• Initiate community outreach to increase visibility and cohesion with other community resources
• Maintain regular contact with participants across locations to assess job retention/advancement issues

Skills

Youth development

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions in Kentucky seeks a Youth Talent Development Specialist to provide employment services and life-skills support to young adults (16-24). You will assess needs, develop individualized goals, and coach participants toward job attainment while coordinating with community resources.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in social services or related field and demonstrate strong communication, confidentiality, and time-management skills.