Family Resource Coordinator

Workforce Development Coordinator - Ed White High SchoolThe Workforce Development Coordinator works closely with our members to develop their passion and interest in the trade programs offered and manages the workforce development opportunities for the Ed White High School. This position will create, plan, develop, manage, and supervise the workforce development program for Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida (BGCNF). In partnership with community-based organizations and private-sector employers, the Workforce Development Coordinator will work to enhance employment opportunities for members.Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities)Executing dynamic recruitment strategies to attract Teens from the community and external partnersDeveloping and maintaining employer relationships in the Jacksonville areaFacilitating job readiness preparation training, including but not limited to creating resumes, interviewing prep, and independent job search techniquesResearching and developing industry knowledge in Service Industry professions offered at the Teen Center.Conducting employment assessments to determine candidates' job readiness levelFollowing up with participants regarding job interviews and employment statusObtaining verification documents from employers and/or participants upon placement promptly and using data regularly to manage performanceResearching and developing industry knowledge in the offered service occupations to ensure effective training for members' career goalsOther tasks as assigned by the Unit DirectorExperienceProven experience working with the youth population, including lower-income youthCommitment to helping social empowerment and economic developmentGenuine passion for workforce development is essential, although advanced knowledge on topics may be learned on the jobMember focus and adaptability to different personality types and age groupsIndependent self-starter with strong teamwork abilitiesFlexibility in working towards the larger mission of BGCNF, as this may involve a lot of experimentation in approaches to working with members and referrals to other programsQualification RequirementsBachelor's DegreePrior experience working with youthPrior workshop and presentation experiencePrior work experience working with low-income communities is helpfulSkillsCommunication Skills: Informing, Presenting, WritingDecision-Making Skills: Analyzing, Fact Finding, Innovating, Judgment, Problem-Solving, Systemic ThinkingDeveloping Organizational Talent: Performance Management, Staff DevelopmentLeadership Skills: InfluencingPersonal Initiative Skills: Contributing to a Positive Work Environment, Organizational AwarenessPlanning Skills: Action Planning and Organizing, Monitoring, Recruitment, and Strategic PlanningQuality Skills: Using Meaningful MeasurementsRelationship Skills: Conflict Management, Networking, Relationship Building, TeamworkSafety, Health, and Environmental Skills: Fostering Organizational Wellness, supporting a safe environmentEnvironmental and Working ConditionsThe majority of the work time is conducted inside the office setting. Some travel between Clubs is required.Physical and Mental RequirementsMaintain a high energy level.Be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as mandated by Florida Statute 435.12. For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Applicant Education and Awareness website.