Agency:

Posting date:
January 18, 2024
How to apply:
Follow instructions from site.
Job Description:
Godman Guild Association is a workforce development non-profit organization founded in 1898 with a focus on helping to build better neighborhoods – one person, one family at a time. Godman Guild’s programs are for all ages and are built to provide a continuum of success and support, making it possible for participants to achieve their academic and career goals.
The Guild is currently looking for a Adult Education Client Success Coach to provide support services to participants in Godman Guild’s Adult Education programs, particularly GED and ESOL programs, and to ensure successful participation and successful attainment of educational goals
Essential Responsibilities
Provide assessment, crisis intervention, goal setting, referrals to community resources, training, and coaching to clients to support all program participants with eliminating barriers to obtaining employment.
Provide an overview of resources and available support services through case management, workshops, training, and orientations.
Review program attendance, data, and case notes to identify participants in need of additional coaching.
Collaborate with the team to identify participants in need of other supports.
Manage a caseload of participants to assist with setting educational and career goals and obtaining employment.
Conduct assessments of strengths, barriers, risks, and protective factors.
Help clients set goals to address barriers to participation and employment.
Help clients create a step-by-step plan to achieve career goals that lead to living wage employment.
Create and facilitate training modules on relevant employment and wellness topics for clients and the community.
Collaborate with instructors, partners, and staff to provide a seamless integration of services for participants.
Conduct regular coaching sessions with participants, including intake and exit interviews.
Document case management activities and individual success measures.
Create and maintain a directory of community resources.
Include resources and organizations with specific areas of expertise.
Establish strong and collaborative working relationships with community agencies to broaden our network of community resources.
Provide crisis intervention services to program participants as needed.
Complete situational safety assessments.
Make the appropriate referrals to community resources based on assessments.
Arrange transportation as needed (may include providing transportation).
Facilitate a dialogue with participants on mental health and/or chemical dependency issues and make referrals, as needed.
Provide direct service to support participants with career building and education success activities which including referrals, Digital literacy, Resume and cover letter, Career exploration, Career planning
Maintain proper paper and electronic documentation of individual and group interactions with participants. Documentation should meet agency standards, align with audit guidelines, and comply with state and federal laws.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Listening: Use effective listening skills to maintain self-esteem and to respond with empathy to the feelings and needs of others, including the use of active listen skills (summarizing, reflecting, not interrupting, etc.) to demonstrate understanding and sensitivity.
Time Management/Multi-tasking: Accomplish goals by establishing priorities and organizing your workload to meet deadlines in a timely fashion.
Work Experience and Education
Associates degree or Minimum of 2 years work experience in case management or related field
Experience working with diverse populations, special needs clients, and families; experience with immigrants, refugees, and ESOL students strongly preferred.
Valid driver’s license with no major or DUI offenses in the last five years.
Requires intermediate computer skills and experience using office equipment.
The ability to work non-traditional hours. Some evenings and weekends may be required, although generally hours will be flexible between 8am-8pm M-F
The ability to speak other languages is a plus.
Knowledge of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency services preferred.
This position is hybrid, with some work being performed in differing locations within Columbus OH, and some being performed as WFH.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.50 – $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Columbus, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Case management: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person