Eckerd Connects · 1 day ago
Work Based Learning Specialist
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$46K/yr - $50K/yr
2+ years expEckerd Connects is a leading organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. They are seeking a Work Based Learning Specialist responsible for developing and implementing the School to Career/Work Based Learning program while coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure its success.
CharityEducationFamilyNon Profit
Responsibilities
The Work Based Learning Specialist is responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of the School to Career/Work Based Learning program
Facilitates meetings and activities to bring together the appropriate persons, including employers, instructors, students, and center staff to ensure the success of the School to Career/Work-Based Learning program
Generates work site opportunities that best match the training capabilities and needs of trainees with employers’ requirements
The Work Based Learning Specialist serves as liaison with both the Career Technical Training and Career Transition Services departments in facilitating the coordination of the campuses Work-Based Learning program
Visits established work sites at least bi-monthly to cultivate work site relationships
Coordinate, periodically, guest speakers in career training classrooms to allow the vocational instructors to visit work sites and trainees as required for the success of the Work-Based Learning program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or four years' professional experience working with youth
Two years' experience in marketing, sales, or counseling related areas
Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check
Sound understanding of the local community and employer base
Preferred
Prefer supervisory experience
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Benefits
Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
11 paid holidays
Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
Flexible spending accounts
Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary term life insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
PTO Exchange
Company
Eckerd Connects
Eckerd Connects offers foster care, adoption, workforce development, aid for the homeless, transitional services for troubled youth.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
A
Alex J. Reed
Chief Operating Officer
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