SLAYB Transition Coordinator

Description

• Build relationships with community-based organizations and government agencies to promote collaboration, solve problems and identify resources for unemployed youth (EDD, SAJE, WorkSource Centers, etc.).
• Obtain commitments from prospective employers to hire program graduates; seek job shadowing, internships, and volunteer opportunities for graduates as a step to employment.
• Uphold CRCD’s Mission Statement and 5 Year Strategic Plan.
• Coordinate facilities and transportation for training session, including driving participants in a van to site visits, hands-on workshops, etc.
• Oversee Alumni Club and any other activities related to alumni engagement.
• Oversee activities related to preparation, interviews, and overall communication with CRCD Enterprises and any other employers or partners.
• Responsible for overseeing reporting placement and follow-up activities for alumni and program participants or need assistance finding placement.
• Coordinates a variety of events and programs (e.g. student assessments, classroom presentations, career fairs, college visits, fieldtrips, student placement and follow up, teacher and counselor in-services, self-esteem programs, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the smooth transition from high school to postsecondary training and/or employment.
• Coordinate with contracted Trainers to provide hard (hands-on) and soft (job search) skills.
• Build relationships with universities, colleges; develop systems for engagement of alumni and exiting program participants.
• Delivery of services through CRCD’s Client Centered Approach.
• Oversee and schedule employment readiness trainings/workshops for participants and alumni.
• Build relationships with prospective employers, including construction trade unions, transportation, and public works fields; stay informed of pre-requisites for union apprenticeships and other employment opportunities.
• Ensure placement goals are being met for all alumni for a minimum of 12 months after exit.

Requirements

• Understanding and experience of implementing the 14 WIOA program elements
• Experience in registering or enrolling youth into community college
• Experience verifying YouthBuild program eligibility and delivering program components including employment or transition services
• Experience in facilitating group workshops
• Fluent in case management facilitation
• Proficient in reading and writing
• Understanding and knowledge of education disparities in the Vernon-Central community
• Reliable, flexible team player who works well with minimal supervision, who has a good work ethic, and an ability to set and maintain personal boundaries
• Experience entering data into the Department of Labor’s GPMS, DYB and Salesforce system
• Associate's degree and three to four years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of database management and quality control process
• Familiarity with the disconnected and opportunity youth population is a plus

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance