Description
O.C.E.A.N. Inc. seeks an experienced and community-focused individual for the position of Employment Coach in partnership with Isles, Inc. Financial Opportunity Center (FOC). The successful candidate will be part of a team designed to build the wealth and economic power of low- and moderate-income individuals. The Employment Coach will support participants in securing and maintaining employment by providing job readiness and placement services to FOC participants.
The candidate will work in partnership with the Isles, Inc. FOC team, working together to develop a holistic economic improvement plan for FOC participants, and connect them with financial counseling, income support assistance, and housing counseling services as appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities of the Employment Coach will be to provide one-on-one employment coaching services, including assessing participants’ job readiness, implementing interventions to improve job-readiness and related skills (e.g., resume preparation, mock interviews, essential skills coaching), and assisting participants in identifying, securing, and maintaining employment opportunities. The Employment Coach will maintain relationships with participants over time to support their success and for reporting purposes. Maintaining accurate records of coaching services and interactions is essential.
Coaches will establish and maintain relationships with employers and job training providers as well as partner nonprofit and government agencies to assist participants in achieving their goals.
Employment Coaches will provide group-based services, including creating and delivering engaging workshops and orientation sessions.
Travel to off-site locations in Ocean and Atlantic City counties may be required and use of a privately-owned vehicle for such travel is necessary. Some remote work (e.g., one day per week, following an introductory period) may be possible, but is not guaranteed.
Position is grant funded.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
· Experience creating and implementing successful employment strategies for un- and underemployed individuals, particularly with young adults, returning citizens, the long term unemployed, and low-wage/unskilled workers
· Demonstrated experience creating and conducting workshops on job readiness, employment strategies, and/or related topics in the social service sector
· An ability to design innovative approaches to achieving broad workplace goals
· Willingness to adapt to changing circumstances, including shifting program requirements with flexibility and enthusiasm
· Ability to work both independently and in coordination with colleagues (both inside our organization and with partner agencies)
· A commitment to supporting and empowering individuals and families from historically under-resourced communities and increasing their financial capabilities and wealth
· Experience and cultural competency working with individuals and families from varied experiences and backgrounds
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
· High level of competency with computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data management
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
· Proficiency in utilizing virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.)
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a related field (5+ years' experience in the field may be substituted).
Compensation & Benefits:
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Full-time position with paid time off and paid holidays.
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Access to health, dental, life, vision, and ancillary insurance
- Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after a year of service
- Starting base salary for this role is DOE between $55,000 to $65,000
About O.C.E.A.N., Inc. & Our Mission
As the Community Action Agency for low to moderate income residents throughout communities in our service area, O.C.E.A.N., Inc.’s mission is the delivery of quality, comprehensive services that improve the quality of life of individuals and families and assist them in moving toward self-sufficiency.
The Promise of Community Action
- Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live.
- We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
- We believe all people should be treated with dignity and respect and recognize that structural race, gender, and other inequities remain barriers that must be addressed.
