Youth Employment Specialist

Job Duties

Are you passionate about helping individuals build meaningful careers? The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (SWPIC) is seeking a Youth Employment Specialist to provide youth employment and trainings services in Southwest Minnesota.

• Coordinate and deliver assigned youth program activities and special projects

• Assessment of customer interests, abilities, and needs for employment & training services

• Exploration of various career opportunities

• Develop employment/career/support service plan for each participant

• Maintain knowledge of program guidelines and budget

• Regularly monitor progress with customers and worksites

• Make employer contacts for work experience/job shadow for customers

• Work as the link between the employer and the youth participant

• Develop and maintain quality working relationships with other social and youth serving agencies in the assigned area

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. A Proud Partner of the American Job Center Network. Upon request, this information is available in alternate format.

Minimum Education Required

Related experience and/or education equivalent to an Associate’s degree or higher in social services, counseling, social work, psychology, human resources, business, or a related field.

Minimum Experience Required

• Interest and knowledge in youth service, education, and employment and training programs

• Valid driver’s license & ability to travel occasionally within multi-county service area

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with participants, community groups, employers, and function as a member of a team;

• Ability to communicate and work with people from diverse economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to express self both orally and in writing and ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Demonstrate attention to detail

• Bilingual skills desired

• Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$21.00 - $26.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

56258

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

30924

Job Benefits

Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), 401(k) with employer matching, Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Mileage Reimbursement.

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. A Proud Partner of the American Job Center Network. Upon request, this information is available in alternate format.

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