Bilingual Career Navigator
Job in
Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Kids for the Future
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Career & Life Skills Coaching, Community Health, Community Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide comprehensive Spanish Language employment and retention support services to job seekers.
- To provide translation and interpretation support for ESL job seekers.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers, community organizations, internal stakeholders, to identify job and training opportunities.
- Develop job leads and perform direct job placement activities including making employer contacts, understanding the local market requirements, reporting on placement and follow-up activities.
- Maintains all documentation on clients including up-to-date case notes, updating any required databases, and completing required reports.
- To uphold the CARES+ values of GIUMSC
- Assist clients with job searches and basic computer navigation skills.
- Help job seekers complete resumes, cover letters, and apply for jobs in the Career & Training Center (CTC).
- To have flexibility to support multiple locations, willing to drive and commute daily or as needed.
- Facilitate workshops, and one-on-one coaching sessions.
- Complete assessments, employment plans, and conduct interviews to determine employability and access to employment opportunities.
- Serve as the employment resource for Community and Workforce Development program graduates and clients through CTC.
- Build and maintain relationships with community employers to identify job opportunities for clients and advocate on jobseeker’s behalf.
- Refer clients to GIUMSC programs for upskilling and training.
- Attend meetings on Goodwill’s behalf and represent Goodwill at community career and resource fairs.
- Assist participants with onboarding/orientation activities as needed.
- Develop and facilitate community outreach and recruiting events.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to determine employment strategies and match career-ready participants to job requirements.
- Ensure the quality of services provided through Customer Ambassador Program (CAP), employer surveys, and other feedback mechanisms.
- Maintain outreach efforts to meet goals and measure success through client engagement and placement outcomes.
- Report data to supervisor in timely manner to include weekly, monthly, and as needed reporting.
- Review monthly and annual goals ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Monitor progress on key performance indicators to identify trends and make adjustments to meet target goals.
- Ensure proper documentation is obtained by job seekers for employment, including necessary identification documents.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of organizational information and files, as well as Goodwill practices and policies.
- Ensure all activities comply with relevant policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Record data and case notes in data management systems, such as Case Worthy, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
- Participate in team meetings with internal staff and outside providers to coordinate efforts and share information.
- Maintain knowledge of internal and local resources and offerings to effectively assist clients.
- To perform all other duties as may be assigned.
Career Services Team Lead and Career Services Manager
RequirementsEducation:
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work and/or Liberal Arts preferred or a combination of related experience and education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Proficient and skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Outlook
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Knowledge of social service and community agency practices
- Ability to network and develop partnerships with local employers
- Leadership Skills to inspire and successfully lead others
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