Youth Services Coordinator

Company: Goodwill Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties
Location: Oxnard
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Job Identification: Immediate Supervisor: Mission Services Supervisor EEOC Class: Professionals FLSA Status: Non-exempt Job Summary: The Youth Services Coordinator provides case management, coordinates services and referrals, and provides direct services for WIOA youth. Please note that this position has a 180 day introductory period. Duties/Responsibilities: -- Plans and coordinates services for at-risk youth who have disabilities or are economically disadvantaged. -- Participates in recruiting and reviewing referrals for eligibility. -- Completes intake and orientation for individuals accepted for services. -- Completes WIOA (Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act) application, enrollment, goal forms and eligibility paperwork. -- Inputs WIOA applications, enrollments, goal, case notes, exit, and supportive service information into CalJobs database system. -- Establishes and maintains working files. -- Completes and submits all documentation required for individual files. -- Assists individuals in establishing goals, expressing preferences, and resolving problems as well as linking youth to resources in the community, moving towards meeting contract measures, common measures and outcomes. -- Develops youth-driven Individual Service Strategy (ISS---s), plans and exit strategies. Updates the ISS monthly. -- Serves as liaison with representatives from County staff, other service providers, and families. -- Reports individual progress through ISS updates, case notes, telephone contacts, and meetings. -- Consults with program manager about workforce engagement and employment services, including suitability of placements, and level of intervention a youth may need. -- Connects youth to workshops, work experience, educational and employment activities. -- Participates in individual record reviews, internal file audits, county monitoring and quality assurance reviews. -- Assists individuals with wraparound service referrals related to benefits, healthcare, housing, and childcare needs and other supportive services including applying for new benefits or services. -- Advocates for individuals and reports suspected violations of rights or abuse. -- Participates in team meetings with internal staff and outside providers, as appropriate, and communicate individually with team members between meetings in order to coordinate. -- Maintains all documentation on assigned cases including up-to-date case notes, updating any required databases, completely required reports, and assembles documentation for billing. -- Adheres to program standards and outcomes as outlined in program policies/procedures, program contracts, and referral and accreditation agency standards. -- Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak/read/write proficient English; Bilingual skills preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office/Office 365. -- Ability to market and place individuals with disabilities, lack of skills, negative work history, justice-involved, and/or multiple barriers to employment. -- Knowledge of the local labor market. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Works well under pressure and with deadlines; ability to multitask. Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Honesty, integrity, reliability, punctuality. Thorough knowledge about company---s mission and services. Uphold compliance with all legal, health, and safety guidelines. Required Experience: -- Bachelor---s degree or experience in job placement/staffing or working in youth services. -- Valid driver license and insured/reliable vehicle. -- Background check. Physical Requirements: Free from drug and alcohol abuse. Environmental Conditions: Office. Off-site meeting locations. Company Description "Our Mission is to provide vocational and educational opportunities to eliminate barriers to employment, strengthen communities and help people in need reach their full potential through the power of work."

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