Career Navigator

Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc.

and the job listing Expires on September 5, 2026

We are seeking a Career Navigator to work with a diverse population of clients offering intensive case management services while assisting them with overcoming barriers, finding training and/or employment, and meeting their goals. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and complete time-sensitive data entry.

What You’ll Do:

• Use positive communication strategies to motivate clients to work and reach their goals
• Assist participants to discover and overcome their personal and professional barriers and set goals
• Guide participants in learning to complete job tasks
• Provide coaching in effective job search and interviewing techniques
• Use variety of strategies to assist clients in understanding and dealing with their own social skills while assessing their strengths and teaching them to use them effectively
• Assist clients to implement difficult changes or adjustment in order to meet their goals
• Educate the participants on opportunities for post-secondary education or completing their GED
• Monitor and evaluate progress of participants
• Maintain cumulative case files and input appropriate data in the required systems
• Coordinate appropriate client/job matches.
• Develop cooperative relationships with employers including conducting job analyses, observing workers performing their job duties and receiving updates
• Act as client advocate when working with employers, as well, with other agencies
• Attend seminars, meetings, and training as a representative of the corporation
• Complete reports, forms, timecards, and other paperwork as required
• Assist in special projects or assignments as directed

What You Bring:

• Education:
  
  Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field with a commitment to obtain a National Family Development Credential within 18 months.
• Experience:
  
  Two (2) years case management or counseling or advocacy experience or program implementation preferred.

What We Offer:

• Full-time stability with meaningful community impact
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

About Us:

For over 40 years, the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. has empowered families and communities through education, workforce development, and early childhood programs. Join our team to help shape the next generation through compassion, learning, and partnership.

This position is a full-time exempt position (minimum 40 hours per week) with a full benefit package paid by the employer after 60 days.