Youth Employment Specialist

Youth Employment Specialist

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Salary: $45,000/yr

Scope of Position:
The Youth Employment Specialist is a professional position dedicated to promoting youth programs and services to the community, businesses, and youth participants. Youth Employment Specialists support and assist in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement for youth aged participants. Acting as a liaison between local employers and program participants, Youth Employment Specialist team members succeed by providing a positive experience of matching job seekers desiring suitable and sustainable employment and/or training, with employers;

all while maintaining compliance with Federal, State and Local policies and procedures.

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 Mo Jobs

Represent EDSI at conferences, meetings and targeted social functions as required

Work under the guidance of supervisor to implement the regional vision

Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 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 related area preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Valid Driver's License and an insured automobile are required

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