Youth Career Coach: Workplace Readiness & Internships

One Hope United; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Vacation & personal days

Mental health day

Sick days

Medical insurance

403(b) retirement

Life insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

One Hope United seeks a Career Coach to help youth in Transitional Living Programs develop workplace readiness skills, secure internships, and grow into young professionals in a work-based learning environment. The role involves collaborating with youth, families, and partners to create individualized transition plans and to promote successful employment outcomes.

Responsibilities include coordinating with sites and ensuring safety, maintaining documentation, and supporting youths in achieving

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma/GED; Bachelor's in related field preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years in residential care, career coaching or related social services field; 5 years preferred.
• Other: Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with OHU-required coverage.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized transition plans with youth in care focusing on employment, community living, healthy living, and citizenship.
• Supervise and support youth at homes, community settings, and work sites to ensure safety and quality services.
• Promote a positive work environment and teamwork among staff, youth, families, and community stakeholders.
• Assist youth in achieving self-identified goals and adapt to evolving needs using best practices in supported employment.
• Provide training and support in work ethic, conduct, and performance; arrange internships and workplace accommodations as needed.

Skills

Oral & written comms

CPR/First Aid

Multi-tasking

Trauma-informed

Organizational skills

Data entry

Problem solving

Windows computing

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Two years experience in residential care/career coaching

Five years experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

One Hope United seeks a Career Coach to help youth in Transitional Living Programs develop workplace readiness skills, secure internships, and grow into young professionals in a work-based learning environment. The role involves collaborating with youth, families, and partners to create individualized transition plans and to promote successful employment outcomes.

Responsibilities include coordinating with sites and ensuring safety, maintaining documentation, and supporting youths in achieving