Lead Career Coach

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our FT Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• PTO Exchange

Hourly Rate: $23.00-$24.00

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Lead Career Coach will assist program Career Coaches in reaching goals established in Contract or Statement of Work.
• The Lead Career Coach assists with Outreach/Recruitment through attending/conducting activities in the community relating to participant development.
• Assessment/Eligibility of participants per project plan and maintain case records detailing service needs and activities/arrangements for their fulfillment.
• Deliver skills training in software applications, work readiness skills and the development of basic remedial skills in math and reading. Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in meeting program goals.
• Deliver program curriculum/objectives in classroom/simulated workplace environment.
• Job Development by connect with employers and community organizations on a frequent basis to market and enrich the program and the success of the participants.

Qualifications

• Related Bachelor's degree, from an accredited College or University preferred.
• Past experience working with the targeted population. 4+ years relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated proficient in using Microsoft Office applications or online database tracking systems. Must have the ability to efficiently manage a large participant caseload (Active and Follow-up) in a fast pace environment. Ability to maintain a leadership role with the students to motivate and influence positive behaviors.
• Must have appropriate and valid state driver's license and be able to meet requirements for Eckerd's Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About Our Workforce Programs:

Eckerd Connects provides Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services through contracts with the U.S. Department of Labor and local workforce boards, partnerships, and strategies to provide and create a career pathway for youth, adults, and dislocated workers. Training services include occupational skills training, customized training, on-the-job training, incumbent worker training, and transitional employment opportunities. We provide youth with development, academic instruction, career & technical education, and access to the 14 WIOA Youth Elements. We establish and develop relationships and networks with large and small employers and their intermediaries as well as develop, convene, or implement industry or sector partnerships.

Our Program Location:

Eckerd Connects | Workforce Development

4410 Shadeland Avenue

Indianapolis, IN 46226

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