Career Coach

Description

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more o.org.

POSITION: Career Coach

JOB CLASS/GRADE: Specialist 1/Grade 8

WAGE: Starting at $48,600 per year based on experience

FLSA; EEO; WC: Non-Exempt;
Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS: IRCO Main Office, 10301 NE Glisan St Portland OR 97220, Hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: 1.0 FTE;
Full-Time with Benefits;
Temporary

Limited Duration until June 30, 2026

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (1)

APPLY AT: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

STATUS: Full-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S): PDX Youth@Work / Summer Works (Youth Coaching)

SECTOR: Workforce Development

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license and verification of current auto- insurance and have full use of automobile during work hours

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Subsidized Work Experience and Stipend Learning Opportunities for young people ages 16 to 24 through a suite of programs known as PDX Youthse programs provide opportunities for career exposure, job readiness and workplace skills practice, professional development and paid Work Experience and Learning Opportunities. The service focus is young people facing barriers to employment, which include but are not limited to:
Disability, justice system involvement, immigrant/refugee status, houselessness or engagement with the foster care system. PDX Youth@Work program services include:

• Learning Opportunities prepare participants for success in the workforce by providing academic and career-related Learning Opportunities. Learning Opportunities are hosted by Service Providers that serve young people in our community and are designed to promote the professional growth and development of participants through practical and hands-on tasks, projects, and applications.
• Year-round Work Experiences provide subsidized Work Experiences to young people from October through May. Participating on worksites provides a structured working and learning environment, and Career Coaching Contractors provide job coaching and workplace Support Services.
• Summer Works is a summer jobs program providing subsidized Work Experience and Learning Opportunities to young people who are motivated to work but lack credentials or experience or networks to find meaningful summer employment on their own. Summer Works operates from June to September.

The Career Coach reports directly to the Program Coordinator (PC) or Sector Manager and supports Youth Coaching programs in Multnomah and Washington counties. Career Coaches will provide workforce development services to low-income youth who face barriers to employment. PDX Youth@Work/Summer Works are essential programs that provide youth with paid work experiences (internships) and typically operate from October through May and June through September.

As a team member, you will work with existing staff to assist in on-boarding youth into the program, work closely with Worksite Liaisons for worksite placement and troubleshooting/monitoring, engage in one-on-one coaching with assigned youth, deliver work readiness training, administer support services, and conduct intern exit-interviews.

Facilitating youth work experiences including, but not limited to:

• Conducting youth orientations and collecting/managing essential forms and paperwork
• Building relationships with assigned youth and potentially the partner agencies affiliated with the youth assigned
• Working closely with Worksite Liaisons to place youth, address concerns, and offer support to ensure a successful experience for all
• Offering support services including clothing and transportation necessary for position requirements and to support successful job completions
• Leading work readiness…