Program Coordinator; YouthBuild

ANEW is a nonprofit organization with a mission of building people, building communities. Founded in 1980, ANEW has a unique and successful reputation for assisting underserved populations into apprenticeship and family wage careers. ANEW is focused on changing the culture and demographics of industries that have historically not been diverse or inclusive.

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The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and delivering comprehensive workforce development, education, case management, and supportive services to young adults participating in the Youth Build Program. This position serves as the primary point of contact for participants throughout their program journey, providing career readiness instruction, individualized support, barrier removal services, retention coaching, and employment preparation. The Program Coordinator ensures compliance with program requirements, maintains accurate participant records, tracks outcomes, and collaborates with community partners to facilitate participant success in education, training, employment, and career advancement.

• Lead the Intake & Screening of prospective participants in the Youth Build pre-apprenticeship training program
• Facilitate workforce readiness, professional development, and employability skills training for program participants.
• Provide instruction in apprenticeship trades courses in classroom, remote, or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes lecturing and guiding in-class math activities, providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress
• Grade assignments, conduct student assessments & testing, and offer tutoring hours
• Deliver instruction on topics including workplace communication, conflict resolution, teamwork, time management, leadership development, financial literacy, and job search strategies.
• Assist participants in developing resumes, cover letters, and professional portfolios.
• Conduct mock interviews and provide individualized coaching to prepare participants for employment opportunities.
• Support participants in developing educational and career goals aligned with their interests and labor market opportunities.
• Promote workplace professionalism, accountability, and positive employment behaviors.

• Provide comprehensive case management services to assigned participants.
• Conduct participant intake, assessments, goal setting, service planning, and progress monitoring.
• Develop individualized service plans designed to support participant success and achievement of program goals.
• Meet regularly with participants to assess progress and address challenges.
• Coordinate referrals to educational, employment, and community resources.
• Maintain consistent communication with participants throughout enrollment and post-program follow-up periods.
• Document all participant interactions and services provided.

• Assess participant needs and identify barriers to education, training, and employment.
• Coordinate and administer supportive services including transportation assistance, work clothing, tools, childcare assistance, housing referrals, mental health resources, and emergency support services.
• Develop action plans to help participants overcome barriers affecting program participation and employment retention.
• Connect participants to community-based organizations and service providers.
• Monitor supportive service utilization and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Advocate for participants and assist them in accessing available community resources.

• Provide retention support to participants who enter employment, apprenticeships, post-secondary education, or advanced training.
• Conduct regular follow-up contacts to monitor participant progress and employment stability.
• Assist participants with workplace challenges and problem-solving strategies.
• Coordinate interventions to improve employment retention and career advancement outcomes.
• Maintain relationships with employers and training providers to support successful participant transitions.
• Track retention milestones and employment outcomes.

• Maintain accurate participant records in program databases and management information systems.
• Enter participant data, case notes, service records, attendance, certifications, and outcome documentation in a timely manner.
• Monitor participant progress toward program benchmarks and performance objectives.
• Track measurable outcomes including credential attainment, education completion, job placement, retention, and wage progression.
• Generate reports and assist with performance reviews, audits, and monitoring visits.
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with grant and agency requirements.

• Assist in the day-to-day coordination of Youth Build program…