Case Manager (TPFS)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Center of Excellence Targeted Population Focus Specialist is a case manager that is responsible for designing and executing workforce initiatives aimed at assisting specific populations facing employment barriers. This position emphasizes developing supportive services, training programs, and partnerships that address these groups' unique challenges. Through targeted outreach, individualized support, and collaborative partnerships, the Specialist ensures that WIOA services are accessible and impactful, leading to sustainable career outcomes for individuals in targeted populations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, Business, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in workforce development, economic development, industry engagement, or related fields.
• Knowledge of WIOA guidelines, local labor market trends, and sector-specific workforce requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and labor market information.
• Experience building partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and community organizations.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and work independently.
• Complete CWDP course and exam within 3 months of employment and secure CWDP certification within 12 months of employment.
• Work flexible hours, including early morning, evenings, and weekends is required.
• Travel to various locations, such as businesses, worksites, off-site meetings, and other related events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Development and Implementation.
• Outreach and Community Engagement.
• Supportive Services Coordination.
• Employer Engagement and Partnership Development.
• Participant Support and Career Guidance.
• Data Management, Reporting, and Compliance.

Full details of Key Responsibilities can be provided if requested

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to do the following: stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions; climb up and down stairs; bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull, push, and lift; reach both above and below shoulder height. Specific visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to inspect work visually. Manual dexterity is required to operate computers and other office equipment.

The physical demands described above represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

ABOUT JVS SOCAL

Founded in 1931, JVS-SoCal is a nonprofit, non-sectarian social service agency providing job training, education, career services, mentoring, and placement assistance to diverse and multicultural populations, transforming lives and empowering individuals to achieve sustainable employment and financial independence. JVS SoCal currently serves over 30,000 clients annually at over 20 locations throughout Southern California. As JVS SoCal continues to grow, we continue to look for qualified, dedicated staff to join us and play a role in transforming lives and bettering our communities throughout SoCal and beyond!

Salary

$26.50 per hour + benefits 

  JVS SoCal will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if JVS SoCal is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating or rehabilitative evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background check report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting -chance-act .