Youth Career & Leadership Coordinator

Bethany Christian Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Career & Leadership Coordinator to advance its mission by coordinating client intakes, IDPs, and youth employment programs. You will build community partnerships, provide job coaching, and ensure trauma-informed, culturally competent services to at-risk youth across our programs.

The role includes organizing workshops, guiding youth toward education and career goals, and collaborating with program staff to address barriers while maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services or related field from an accredited college.
• Two or more years of employment support service experience.
• CPR, First Aid, and AEC certifications required within 60 days of hire.
• Strong verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of community, state and agency resources.

Responsibilities

• Complete client intakes and assessments including IDP development.
• Provide academic and employment development opportunities through partnerships.
• Meet with youth to explore educational and vocational goals.
• Provide job coaching and address barriers to success.
• Maintain client records and submit reports per requirements.
• Offer orientation and training to partners; ensure trauma-informed services.
• Communicate IDP progress to partners and workers.
• Collaborate with partners to identify barriers and plan solutions.
• Plan and host employment workshops and engagement events.
• Assist youth with leadership development and community engagement.
• Coordinate client transportation as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Two years employment support service

Excellent verbal and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of community resources

Valid driver’s license with 3+ years

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

CPR/First Aid/AEC certification upon hire

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Career & Leadership Coordinator to advance its mission by coordinating client intakes, IDPs, and youth employment programs. You will build community partnerships, provide job coaching, and ensure trauma-informed, culturally competent services to at-risk youth across our programs.

The role includes organizing workshops, guiding youth toward education and career goals, and collaborating with program staff to address barriers while maintaining accurate