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The mission of Project Youth+ is to increase opportunities for youth to thrive in school, careers, and life. Through partnerships with business, schools, families, community organizations, employer networks, and higher education, Project Youth+ provides a variety of outreach services, mentoring, opportunities, and resources to help youth excel in the face of adversity.
Project Youth+ Statement on Equity:
We understand to do this work well equity, diversity, and inclusion must be woven into the very fabric of our organization. Our mission is best carried out when we reflect the diversity of our students’ experiences and identities in the membership of our board and staff. Our organization is committed to providing equitable treatment, access, and opportunity. We believe in listening to a diversity of voices. We involve students in decision making because it develops student leadership and allows our program to be more responsive to their needs. As a learning organization, we will continue to provide education and training for our staff and board that challenges our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion and increases our capacity for self-critique. We acknowledge we are accountable for addressing unconscious bias and dismantling systems of prejudice which exist within our work, our organization, and ourselves. We will review our progress regularly and take ownership of our mistakes. Project Youth+ was founded on the belief that every young person deserves the chance to fulfill their dreams; and while dreams are available to all youth and young adults equally, opportunity is not. We are committed to recognizing those disparities and working towards equitable access to supports and opportunities for students.
The Oregon WIOA Youth Programs provides workforce development training opportunities to young people ages 14-24 through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Through WIOA, youth can gain valuable work skills through a variety of job opportunities such as job shadows, internships, summer jobs, etc. Participants can also receive financial literacy training, leadership development support, guidance and counseling, help getting reengaged in secondary or post-secondary education, etc.
This position of Career Coach will provide mentoring and coaching around education, training, and career for youth aged 16-24 who are out of school. The position is designed to help participants complete a high school diploma or GED (if needed), gain life skills, and attain a career. The Career Coach will provide supports including GED enrollment, tutoring and persistence support, basic skills remediation, vocational curriculum development, Career Pathway planning, employability skills and occupational skills training including Career Bridge opportunities, financial literacy training, tutoring, paid work experience, support services, job placement, and follow up. Our staff not only provides career and technical training support, but also a holistic mentoring relationship which supports youth as they move into adulthood and manage a variety of choices, opportunities, and barriers. Career Coaches will assist youth in developing a plan that ensures their basic needs are supported along with their career plans.
Support Services
Assist youth by providing assessments and exploration opportunities so that they may begin to learn their strengths, skills, and interests
Support youth in developing an educational plan to complete their secondary credential and will assist in monitoring participation, intervening for support, and recognizing progress and excellence
Provide case management of youth during all phases of participation including providing exploration opportunities, workforce preparation education, Career Bridge training, and paid internship engagement
Facilitate networking opportunities for youth with local business, non-profits, agencies, and other opportunities
Assist in reducing barriers to success
Maintain excellent record keeping and database information to ensure proper communication documentation
School, Business and Community Connections
Establish and maintain effective relationships with partner organizations
Maintain communication with education and workforce supports of youth including employers and educators, and will support them when needed
Provide opportunities for students to engage in community service projects and leadership development opportunities with partner organizations
Student Skill Building Services
Facilitate the eligibility intake process
Build college/training/career awareness, knowledge and readiness
Help youth link interests and strengths to career pathway planning
Provide opportunities for Career Bridges, vocational skills workshops, training, and paid internships
Relationships and Cultural Competence
Prioritize serving youth and young adults with an equity lens and maintain focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion in their work
Develop strong inter-personal bonds with families, youth and community partners
Demonstrate a passion for serving marginalized
Establish cultural competence working with youth and families from diverse social, economic, ethnic, educational and cultural backgrounds
Mentor, advocate, and counsel youth to develop resiliency and strengthen life skills
Encourage and/or develops family and community support to bridge school, college and career transitions.
Personal Skills
The ability to work independently and demonstrates strong initiative
Demonstrates teamwork
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Possesses competent computer skills
Submits applications, service data and documents in a timely, accurate manner
Communicates professionally and maintains confidentiality
Qualifications
Prefer Bachelor`s Degree plus two years of experience or equivalent education/experience
Prefer youth development, prevention, anti-poverty program, WIOA, or education experience
Spanish speaking/writing will be an asset
Ability to provide outreach college/career preparation services to youth on a flexible schedule that includes evening, weekend, and school vacation hours
A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle for outreach activities
Ability to clear a standard criminal background and driving records check
One position available serving in Jackson County.
Compensation
The starting salary range is per year, plus a benefits package that includes paid vacation and holidays, medical/dental (after successful completion of a 60-day probationary period). Also included: sick leave, HRA reimbursement, professional development support, bi-lingual pay differential, transportation mileage reimbursement and 401K Retirement Plan after one year of employment.
Applications: A letter of application and resume must be submitted to:
Jen Perry
Career Build Program Manager
Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Minorities, women, and recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
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