Title of Position: Youth & Young Adult Income Specialist FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Part Time Department: Income Building Reports to: Income Building Manager Purpose of the Opportunity: The Youth and Young Adult Income Specialist (YA IBS) is responsible for providing support to youth and young adults between the ages of 14-21 years old, seeking guidance in career development, job training, educational opportunities, and wealth creation. Responsibilities: Client Engagement:
- Actively engage youth and young adults through outreach, education, and providing job readiness and job placement advocacy.
- Ensure youth participation in workshops, training programs, and employment events.
- Conduct weekly meetings with current clients and maintain documentation of all services provided.
External and Internal Partnership Development:
- Research employer resources for youth including Summer Youth Employment Programs (SYEP).
- Attend shelter meetings, agency-wide meetings, and staff training (on site and off site) as directed by the manager.
- Work closely with all relevant departments to assist and incorporate best practices for the engagement and support of the youth and young adults in Win's transitional housing program.
- Develop employment and internship opportunities by establishing community relationships.
Documentation:
- Maintain current and accurate client data in the WIN Impact Network and DHS CARES.
Workshops/Events:
- Organize career development events including college information sessions and organize client participation in college fairs and tours.
- Develop and coordinate employment readiness and resume writing workshops.
- Escort youth to job fairs, career events, educational opportunities, and on field trips as needed.
- Commit to using evidence-based practices (EBP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), family-centered case management, and boundary setting.
- Must work evenings, Saturdays on occasion, and holidays as scheduled.
- Perform other related job duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs in the assigned building.
- Must be able to escort clients to appointments and events using public transportation.
Qualifications:
- Commitment to Win's mission, vision, and values.
- AA/BA/BS required plus two (2) years of successful practical experience in job placement and career coaching.
- Previous experience working in a social services setting focusing on with homeless teens and young adults a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to partner with potential employers and individuals to develop appropriate services to youth and young adults.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and Outlook required.
- Bilingual- English/Spanish a plus but not required.
Core Competencies:
- Leadership: Sets an example by following Win policies and procedures. Acts with a high degree of professionalism and has a good work ethic.
- Facilitating Change: Delivers high quality results consistently.
- Managing Performance: Interacts respectfully with clients and co-workers.
- Applying and Developing Expertise: Works with the manager to develop and meet challenging but achievable goals. Understands consequences.
- Communicating and Collaborating: Values the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion. Keeps the supervisor informed about progress and problems; avoids surprises.
Win is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.