Youth Employment & Education Coach

Bill Wilson Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Weeks Accrued PTO

14 Paid Holidays Per Year

Health, Dental, Vision & VoluntaryLife

401(k) Retirement Plan

Transit Benefits

Job summary

Bill Wilson Center in Santa Clara County is seeking an Employment Specialist to deliver direct case management to youth 18–24, focusing on employment and education goals. You will run job readiness sessions, coordinate individualized plans, and connect clients with employers and resource fairs.

Responsibilities include documenting in HMIS, transporting clients to events, and collaborating with the Drop-In Center team while maintaining program integrity.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• One to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent.
• Experience working with culturally diverse youth preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct case management services to youth aged 18–24, including intake, assessment, and goal setting.
• Coordinate and monitor individualized case plans to progress toward employment goals.
• Provide job readiness groups, resume and interview coaching, and connect clients to employment opportunities and job fairs.
• Accompany/transport clients to job/resource fairs and liaise with employment partners.
• Maintain HMIS and other relevant documentation; track and report client outcomes.
• Ensure services align with policies and contractual obligations; collaborate with Drop-In Center team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Bilingual English/Spanish (desired)

Regular attendance and punctuality

Computer skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent

Tools

AWARDS

Gmail

Job description

Bill Wilson Center in Santa Clara County is seeking an Employment Specialist to deliver direct case management to youth 18–24, focusing on employment and education goals. You will run job readiness sessions, coordinate individualized plans, and connect clients with employers and resource fairs.

Responsibilities include documenting in HMIS, transporting clients to events, and collaborating with the Drop-In Center team while maintaining program integrity.