Career Readiness Facilitator (Young Adult Foc

Job Description

Job Description

Career Readiness Facilitator (Young Adult Focused)

YWCA Greater Lafayette – Lafayette, IN
Part-Time | Non-Exempt | $18–$20/hour

Looking for a role where you can help young adults build confidence, life skills, and a path toward long-term success?

At YWCA Greater Lafayette, we believe economic independence creates safer, stronger futures. This role helps young adults develop the communication, workplace, and practical skills they need to move forward in employment, education, and life.

If you enjoy mentoring others, leading engaging programs, and helping people realize their potential, this is a role where your work can make a lasting impact.

This role focuses on workforce readiness and skill-building programming for young adults, with an emphasis on hands-on learning, relationship building, and long-term success.

• Facilitate the Building Interpersonal and Communication Skills for Young Adult Program
• Deliver young adult programming in schools and community settings during the academic year
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, community organizations, and referral partners
• Provide consistent communication and encouragement to support participant engagement and completion
• Assist with workforce development workshops in partnership with community organizations and guest facilitators
• Coordinate scheduling, materials, logistics, and workshop details
• Support instruction in areas such as résumé development, interviewing, financial literacy, and digital skills
• Integrate technology such as tablets, laptops, and digital tools into programming
• Conduct outreach and recruitment across designated service areas
• Track participant enrollment, attendance, progress, and completion
• Administer pre- and post-program assessments and monitor outcomes
• Maintain organized records for grant reporting and program compliance
• Participate in staff meetings and represent YWCA professionally in the community
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Be on-call as needed and perform other duties as assigned

This role requires someone who can connect with young adults, stay organized, and bring positive energy into every room.

We’re looking for someone who can motivate others while managing the details behind successful programming.

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience working with young adults or youth-focused programs preferred
• Experience in job readiness, workforce development, mentoring, or training preferred
• Social work or human services background is a plus
• Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse participants
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and common technology tools
• Familiarity with community resources and support organizations preferred
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and adjust priorities as needed

• Part-time, non-exempt position
• Schedule will vary based on school calendars, program needs, and community partnerships
• Occasional evenings, nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities may be required
• Mix of classroom/group facilitation, outreach, planning, and documentation
• Local travel required within service areas
• Physical activity may include standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs
• Fast-paced work that requires flexibility and professionalism

Many young adults simply need the right tools, support, and opportunity to succeed.

You’re not just leading programs.
You’re helping build confidence, employability, and brighter futures.

YWCA Greater Lafayette is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all .

• Valid driver’s license required
• Background checks may be required
• Must maintain confidentiality and professional standards
• YWCA Greater Lafayette is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace