Youth Workforce Specialist

Full-time position under the OhioMeansJobs Highland County Manager, supporting youth ages 14–24, families, schools, employers, and community partners to improve education, training, and employment outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake, enrollment, assessments, and case management
• Assist youth with job readiness, job search, and career planning
• Maintain required documentation and complete follow-up services
• Support workshops, employer engagement, and participant recruitment
• Provide customer service support at the OhioMeansJobs Center
• Travel to local schools and employment sites as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Social Work, Counseling, Education, or related field)
• Experience in social services, workforce development, or career counseling preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
• Knowledge of local community, resources, and businesses is a plus
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Background check required
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to bend, stoop, and lift over 40 pounds

Work Location

OhioMeansJobs Center and HCCAO offices in Greenfield and Hillsboro.

Benefits

• Insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Personal leave days
• Sick leave