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Knoxville Leadership Foundation · 3 months ago

Placement Coordinator, KnoxWorx

Knoxville, TN

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Knoxville Leadership Foundation (KLF) serves the Knoxville area by connecting communities of resource with communities of need. The KnoxWorx Placement Career Coordinator is dedicated to empowering program participants by guiding them toward meaningful career pathways, providing career counseling, and connecting them with employers to secure and retain employment.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain partnerships with employers and training providers (Educational Institutions, On-the-Job Training Providers, Apprenticeships etc.) that will provide career opportunities aligned with the interests, goals and benefit of KnoxWorx participants. This will include networking and making presentations about KnoxWorx

Outline and oversee a clear plan for placement (employment or further training) with each KnoxWorx participant

Meet with participants at regular intervals to identify placement goals, then evaluate placement plan and make modifications, as needed, with a commitment to their progress and success

Interview participants relative to placements being sought and make connections with placement opportunities

Ensure participants are prepared before going to job interviews, and conduct follow-up assessments

Work closely with employers and training providers to maximize participant employment retention and success

Provide evaluation, conciliation, and mediation between employer and employee post job placement

Contribute to KnoxWorx program refinements in ways that meet the needs and expectation of employers and training providers

Develops strategies, working alongside case managers, to engage and support participants post-program with job development, training, and educational opportunities. Assist with re-placement when initial placement is not successful

Identify and schedule career-related guest speakers, site visits, job shadow experiences, and informational interviews

Ongoing development and facilitation of job readiness opportunities and classes. Serves as a consistent trainer

Completes necessary data entry and documentation

Participation in all appropriate staff meetings, retreats, etc. as assigned by your supervisor

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Job development experienceCareer counselingNetworking skillsMicrosoft proficiencyTeaching skillsCoaching skillsCommunication skillsMentoring skillsOrganizational skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Experience with disadvantaged individuals and communities a plus

Ability to network to create and maintain strong partnerships between organizations

Ability to connect with the target population (young adults and adults who either dropped out of high school and/or are justice-involved) and high motivation and commitment to help participants succeed

Job development and placement experience

Understanding of the workforce and educational/training system

Excellent communication, teaching, coaching and mentoring skills

Team Player

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, database management, etc.)

This position transports program participants. A driving record will be reviewed by our insurance company. Any violations need to be discussed during the interview process

Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with foundation growth, frequent change, delays, and unexpected events

Analytical/Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, resolving problems in a timely manner

Communication: maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things. Strong written and oral skills

Planning/Organizing: prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans

Quality control: demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Prolonged periods standing outside on active worksites

Bending and twisting

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times