Position Summary
The Career Navigator role guides participants’ direction and development related to career exploration, resume writing, interview skills and job search strategies; provides guidance on applicable continuing education and/or training opportunities along with building an employer network and connecting youth with potential employment and other career resources.
Essential Job Duties:
Provide guidance/counseling and development to participants regarding career options and related education and/or training, and monitor their success (e.g. course work tests, how to overcome barriers, etc.),
Provide a list of open employment opportunities and resources for participants, minimally twice a month,
Implement a career exploration mindset; connect participants with potential mentorships, shadowing opportunities and internships, providing real work exposure and hands-on experience,
Effectively implement AMIkids Way (Kids First, Safety, and Family) and key elements of Positive Youth Development (Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Community Involvement, and Challenged & Engaged Programming) and the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (PGM) in all interactions with participants,
Interactions with participants shall maintain an environment that provides a physically/emotionally safe space for participants to ensure effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals,
Model supportive, consistent, respectful behavior with all parties to ensure an atmosphere that fosters healthy relationships, trust, and mutual respect; set clear boundaries and provide observations and reflection to participants,
Develop and maintain a relationship with participants to ensure engagement, progress and successful completion,
Attend job fairs state-wide and support participants in job placement visits,
Work with participants to identify the necessary documentation for required enrollment in related educational or training programs, employment opportunities, and address issues that arise,
Build a network of employers within the assigned area(s) to assist in participants securing employment, and maintain effective relationships with employers and community organizations, and serve as a liaison with internal and external partners to pave the way for a successful outcome for participants,
Conduct related assessments for each participant,
Develop individualized career portfolios/plans with the participants along with actions steps for them to reach their goal,
Guide participants through the application process, how to apply, prepare for interviews and onboard and place into employment,
Create relevant reports, update reports to monitor, track and evaluate participant’s progress, outcomes, and provide to applicable parties on a monthly basis,
May drive for work-related tasks,
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Training and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ experience providing career development
Four (4) years’ experience providing career development services (
equivalent experience may be substituted for education requirements at a rate of two years of relevant experience for each year of required education
),
Knowledge of employment interviewing techniques, employment and wage laws and guidelines,
Familiar with career assessment tools and job search resources,
Certification in career counseling or career development preferred,
Effective communication skills (verbal and written),
Experience working in a non-profit or community-based organization is a plus,
Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group,
Successfully works independently or within group environment,
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively,
Why AMIkids?
At AMIkids, you’ll do more than work—you’ll make an impact. AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Growth Opportunities:
We develop leaders from within.
Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Company-paid Life Insurance & AD&D.
Work-Life Balance:
PTO & Paid Holidays.
Wellness Programs:
EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management.
Financial Security:
Employer-funded Pension Plan, 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness.
Extra Perks:
Pet Insurance, Travel Assistance, Gym Discounts, and more.
Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today and help us transform lives through education.