Career Development CoordinatorEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: Greater Pittsburgh RegionStatus: Hourly/Non-exemptCompensation: Starting Salary of $18.27 hourlyAbout usBGCWPA is a mission-based organization that hires employees that are recognized as leaders in their field with a passion for improving young lives. We have strong values, embrace diversity and offer great benefits which allows our employees to maintain work/life balance. BGCWPA is one of the largest, most comprehensive out-of-school-time providers in the region, annually serving over 7,500 youth from Allegheny County and Somerset County in preschool, before/afterschool, summer camp, teen mentoring, workforce development, STEAM, and sports programs. An affiliate of a national organization-Boys & Girls Clubs of America. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania, we celebrate and support what makes people different. For the benefit of our youth, our families, and our communities, BGCWPA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that intentionally hires, trains, and supports staff that are representative of the many communities we serve. We are committed to hiring diverse and talented folks regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.Job SummaryThe Career Development Coordinator will be responsible for youth development through careerexposure and preparation; support the career development program/curriculum across five teenlocations in Allegheny County; support internships, certifications and understands the needs anddemographics of under-served communities. This position reports to the Manager of CareerDevelopment.Responsibilities● Support development of Career Works High (including summer) program curriculum to includelesson development, developing a platform for ease of use across multiple locations (GoogleClassroom) and age-progression lessons/programming● On-site (and virtual as needed) program coordination, supervision of teens, program staffsupport, and implementation at BGCWPA locations● Support the research, design, and carry-out programming focused on academic remediation(through the use of adaptive software), real-world projects, direct instruction, field trips and sitevisits, job shadowing, professional networking opportunities and internships that help youth buildcareer awareness and put them on pathways to success.● Support partnerships that will enhance programming opportunities● Conduct activities designed to create awareness of careers and career potential.● Coordinate attainment of recruitment and enrollment goals, family engagement and communityoutreach to meet the goals of the Career Works High (including summer) Program track● Support case file management and application processes● Support coordination of site-visits, field trips, and presentations by professional speakers toprovide well-rounded exposure to various career paths● Support work-based learning experiences through individualized Career Coaching, programmaticplanning, and lesson implementation● Maintain current knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations affecting career and technicaleducation, including awareness of career clusters● Work to identify and define local job opportunities and support youth in gaining access to andconfidently pursuing such employment opportunities● Carry out plans and policies authorized by the Manager and/or Director of Career Developmentor designee● Interact with parents, outside agencies, businesses and community to provide support andassistance to students and programmatic ventures.● Attend Staff trainings based on availability and program necessity● Ensure the safety of all students● Assist with operational management as needed● Perform other duties as assignedRequirements● A commitment to the mission and programs of BGCWPA● Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Counseling, Education, or a related fieldOR two years of experience in Human Services, Counseling, Career Development or Education● Minimum of one year experience in in some combination of youth development, K-12, humanperformance enhancement, curriculum design, corporate responsibility, social work, publicadministration● Knowledge of adult development and positive youth development with an ability to designlearning strategies and programs to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in the areas of youthdevelopment, leadership development, management, and organizational effectiveness● Serve as a role model and representative of BGCWPA, consistently demonstrating our corevalues● Must be available to work evenings and the occasional weekend● Outstanding presentation and interpersonal skills both oral and written● An ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment● Must have a high level of confidentiality and professional integrity● 3 letters of Reference● Strong time management, organization, and project prioritization skills are a must● Proficient in Google Suite.● The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs function require the following physicaldemands: lifting & carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing, any/or pulling, climbing to include steps,balancing, stooping, standing, sitting, kneeling, crawling, crouching, and signification finefingered dexterity.● Perform all additional duties and tasks assigned by leadership/supervisors.Certifications and ClearancesBGCPWA's highest priority is the safety of the youth we serve. CPR, Pediatric First Aid, Child AbusePrevention, Criminal History, FBI Clearance, NSOR Certificate, PA Disclosure, PA Staff HealthAssessment, TB Test, and Mandated Reporter certification required upon hire or within 6 months.NoticeWe provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Our organizationprohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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