Youth Employment Specialist

Youth Employment Specialist page is loaded## Youth Employment Specialist locations:
MO Kennetttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 11 Days Agojob requisition :
R-100158
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* Job Description:

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* Title:

Youth Employment Specialist Classification:
Non-Exempt Salary: $45,000 year Supervisor:
Tiffany Weeks
** Scope of Position**:

To provide support and assistance to youth program participants in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement. This position requires an organized individual who can efficiently handle several responsibilities simultaneously
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* Essential Functions:

*** Provide employment and training assistance/guidance to young adults through consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up to ensure positive outcomes and goals are met as required by contract, which includes but is not limited to:  + Determine WIOA eligibility and complete required documentation for enrollment  + Case Manage participants and employers to assist in eliminating challenges to gaining and retaining employment  + Work with the team to develop employer strategies that result in work-based learning, job placement, and employer services  + Provide referrals to appropriate community service or social service agencies  + Prepare and deliver customized presentations/workshops to job seekers  + Collect documentation to attain performance goals  + Provide great customer service to all customers (job seekers/employers/partners) in the workforce system  + Develop and manage outreach to young adults, employers, and the community  + Learn and implement Federal, State and Local WIOA policies and procedures related to EDSI, WIOA, and other contracted grants  + Contact employers by phone, referral or in person to schedule face-to-face meetings  + Review participant employment skills and match with active positions in MoJobs  + Represent EDSI at conferences, meetings and targeted social functions as required  + Work under the guidance of supervisor to implement the regional vision  + Perform other duties as assigned
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* Education and Experience Requirements:

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* · Career counseling or Case Management experience preferred
· Previous experience working with the young adult population preferred
· Ability to prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts
· Ability to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to maintain flexibility as needs of contract or contractor require
· Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Resources, or a related area preferred
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
· Valid Driver’s License and an insured automobile are required

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day:
Show Up, Smile and Support

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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