Please apply at: ?https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2512491/Catholic-Charities-of-Northeast-Kansas-INC/Workforce-Specialist POSITION SUMMARYSuccessfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings by providing wrap-around case management, career coaching and job placement services to individuals in need through the Employment program. This position will be a collaborative member of the Workforce team whose purpose is to strengthen individuals and families through a holistic approach to education and employment. The major components of this role include providing comprehensive employment and career coaching, intensive case management and facilitation of our workforce suite of services including job readiness and soft skills classes. Though the home base for this position will be in Wyandotte County, this position will also serve referrals from Wyandotte County. Travel between these office locations is required. EEO. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Serve Johnson and Wyandotte Counties by recruiting and receiving referrals for Workforce participants from both internal programs and external partners, assessing eligibility and compatibility with programmingAssess participant needs and provide consultation, support, direct assistance, information and make appropriate referrals to internal and external resourcesDevelop career plan for each employable adult that identifies strengths, skills and barriers and identify steps to overcome barriers for employment goalsParticipate in highly collaborative, client-driven relationship in which choices and consequences are identified and self-sufficiency plans are developed and monitored on a frequent basis through regular contact with clients Develop and maintain relationships with employers and other relevant community partners and resources and keep internal job boards current and engagingPrepare and deliver presentations and information sessions representing the Employment Services program, Workforce Department and agency to promote programming and educate partners, potential participants and other stakeholdersCoordinate and facilitate pre-employment and IMAGO workshops using established curriculumKeep detailed records, track data and report all activities in a timely manner for internal and grant reporting and program monitoring and evaluation purposesTrain, educate and coordinate with staff, volunteers and interns in Workforce-related policies, procedures and practicesOther duties as assignedMINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic CharitiesMust be willing to live by the agency's values, where we are required to show love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self-control and joyEmployees of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas are a visible representation of the Archdiocesan Church and as such will not publicly oppose the teachings of the Catholic faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration, or writing including the use of social media or other digital technologiesMust complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing trainings as requiredBachelor's Degree (preferred) or minimum of 2 years work experience in social work, workforce development, human services, or comparable experience requiredExcellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and respect people from a variety of social, economic and ethnic backgrounds requiredExperience in providing case management services and managing own caseload and the ability to maintain appropriate social work ethics requiredMust have proficient oral and written English skillsMust be reliable, punctual, professional, and able to work independently, follow instructions and handle emergency situationsMust have a high level of organizational skills, pay close attention to detail and experience managing data in programs such as Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), Google DocsAbility to interact effectively with outside agencies and advocate on behalf of clients in informal and formal settingsPosition will require splitting time between Wyandotte and Johnson County office locationsMust have a valid driver's license and a verified safe driving record as well as reliable means of transportation for local travel to complete client services and regional travel to other CCNEK sitesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing, bending and movingMust be able to lift up to 10 pounds at timesThe ability to complete assignments in all types of weather and ever-changing and sometimes allergenic environments in homes of those we serve, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.May be exposed to infectious diseasesMust have good mobility to make visits to a variety of home environments that may include walking on rough terrain and climbing steep stairsMust have good hearing and speech ability to communicate with others Job Type: Full Time
