Youth Program Career Navigator

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Monticello (MN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance package

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. seeks a program specialist to assist youth and young adults in Wright and Sherburne Counties toward long-term employment and self-sufficiency.

The role emphasizes connecting participants to high-quality pre-apprenticeship and registered apprenticeship opportunities, helping participants build career pathways in in-demand industries. The hybrid position travels across the service area, with Monticello office duties about 75% of the time and

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience in human services or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated case management skills.
• Passion for working with and recruiting youth and young adults for services.
• Ability to communicate professionally with the general public, participants, and internal staff.
• Highly organized and self-motivated to work independently and manage schedules.
• Knowledge of job search strategies and coaching.
• Ability to travel within a 75-mile radius with employee-provided transportation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and match participants to community resources that will support the participant.
• Direct delivery of services to participants; evaluate objectives, activities, time frames, and resources.
• Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintain an up-to-date case file on each participant with services and employment goals.
• Direct CareerForce visitors with online job-search and related activities.
• Recruit, assess, and enroll eligible youth into WIOA programming, emphasizing pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, unions, training providers, and Registered Apprenticeship programs.
• Engage in pre-apprenticeship activities: work readiness, credential attainment, career exploration, hands-on learning.

Skills

Computer skills

Case management

Youth recruitment

Professional communication

Organization

Job search knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in human services

Job description

Job Duties

This position will assist participants in Wright and Sherburne Counties in identifying strengths, evaluating and overcoming challenges, in order to obtain a path towards long-term employment and self-sufficiency. This position places a strong emphasis on connecting youth to high-quality pre-apprenticeship and registered apprenticeship opportunities, helping participants build career pathways in in-demand industries. Contribute to a healthy, and safe work environment for all. This position will travel throughout their assigned service area and surrounding areas as necessary, to recruit and serve youth and young adult participants.

This hybrid position involves working in community schools and in the Monticello office approximately 75% of the time, with remote work available for the remainder.

Responsibilities

• Identify and match participants to community resources that will support the participant
• Direct delivery of services to participants; evaluate objectives, activities, time frames, and resources
• Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain an up-to-date case file on each participant enrolled, which clearly shows the services being provided and employment goals
• Ability to direct CareerForce visitors with online job-search and related activities
• Recruit, assess, and enroll eligible youth into WIOA programming, with an emphasis on individuals who would benefit from pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, unions, training providers, and Registered Apprenticeship programs to expand access to work-based learning opportunities.
• Engage in pre-apprenticeship activities that prepare youth for successful entry into Registered Apprenticeships, including:
• Work readiness and employability skills training
• Industry-recognized credential attainment
• Career exploration and hands-on learning experiences
• Coordinate and support youth placement into work-based learning opportunities, including job shadows, internships, on-the-job training, and apprenticeships.
• Provide ongoing support and follow-up services to ensure retention and success in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship placements.
• Maintain knowledge of internal data management systems, ensure timely and accurate entry of information into these systems
• Responsible to review, understand, and implement program and grant plans and procedures
• Authorize and justify the expenditure for support services for individual participants based on their plan and following appropriate policies and procedures for these expenditures
• Effectively utilize training and support budgets for participants
• Conduct initial enrollment interviews for participants, collect necessary personal data, and perform assessments
• Administer vocational testing and interpret test results
• Coach and provide employment counseling to participants on issues such as career success skills, interviewing, résumé writing, job search techniques, and job retention
• Maintain contact with site supervisors, monitor participant’s progress, attendance, and payroll procedures while participating in work-based learning opportunities
• Notify participants of employment opportunities and conditions of employment
• Build caseload through appropriate recruitment efforts
• Participate in community outreach activities
• Provide reports to agency as necessary
• General familiarity with current social media channels and how to incorporate these channels into job search activities

Minimum Education Required

A four-year college degree or equivalent experience in human services or a related field is preferred.

Minimum Experience Required

Qualifications

• Proficiency with personal computer usage, Microsoft Office products, email, and internet usage
• Demonstrated case management skills
• Passion for working with and recruiting youth and young adults for services
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with general public, participants (individuals and groups), and internal staff
• Highly organized and self-motivated to work independently and manage schedules efficiently
• Knowledge of job search strategies (including coaching and career counseling)
• Ability to support and motivate participants
• Must be able to travel as necessary in a 75-mile radius with employee-provided transportation

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$25.30 - $36.68 / Hourly

Postal Code

55362

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

27043

Job Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Disability and Life Insurance supplemental options available.
• Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off including: vacation, sick, holiday, and personal holiday time.