Career Navigator

General Responsibilities

• Aid in program development and implementation of career pathways for individuals using the Opportunity Accelerator framework.
• Guide individuals through the Opportunity Accelerator structure, providing encouragement and support as they pursue employment and education goals.
• Offer individualized coaching and resources to ensure participants receive wraparound support tailored to their unique needs.
• Absorb and overcome barriers to success, including access to education, job opportunities, and community resources.
• Support participants in setting and achieving workforce development and education milestones.
• Track participant progress and ensure they have the necessary tools to secure and retain employment.
• Develop and deliver work readiness classes and content to prepare participants for employment opportunities.
• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of summer work programs for youth and young adults.
• Aid in grants as needed, including providing content, data, or reviewing narrative.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Goodwill teammates, adults, youth, community partners, and employers.
• Collaborate with Goodwill teammates, participants, area employers, community partners, and education institutions to strengthen existing programming and identify opportunities for new endeavors.

Key Performance Indicators

• Number of individuals enrolled in programming.
• Number of individuals completing programming.
• Number of participants who set and achieve at least one employment or education goal.
• Participant/counselor satisfaction scores.

Essential Functions

• Aid in program development and implementation of career pathways for individuals using the Opportunity Accelerator framework.
• Guide individuals through the Opportunity Accelerator structure, providing encouragement and support as they pursue employment and education goals.
• Offer individualized coaching and resources to ensure participants receive wraparound support tailored to their unique needs.
• Absorb and overcome barriers to success, including access to education, job opportunities, and community resources.
• Support participants in setting and achieving workforce development and education milestones.
• Track participant progress and ensure they have the necessary tools to secure and retain employment.
• Develop and deliver work readiness classes and content to prepare participants for employment opportunities.
• Aid in grants as needed, including providing content, data, or reviewing narrative.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Goodwill teammates, adults, youth, community partners, and employers.
• Collaborate with Goodwill teammates, participants, area employers, community partners, and education institutions to strengthen existing programming and identify opportunities for new endeavors.