Career Navigator (OC)
Location: Columbia
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
We are seeking an individual that desires to make a change in
the lives of young adults through career counseling, mentorship,
and education. Our goal is to connect youth to education and
employment opportunities that will enable them to effectively enter
the workforce. You will get paid to feel fulfilled at work. Program
Overview The Out of School Youth (OSY) program is for low-income
young adults (ages 18 24) disconnected from education and
employment. It is funded through the Workforce Innovations and
Opportunity Act in Prince George County. Eligible participants
establish a Career Pathway with individualized education and
employment goals, at no charge to the participant. It is our goal
to train / educate / mentor our youth participants and enable them
to achieve the skills needed to join the workforce in a meaningful
career. Career Navigator - Job Description Recruit, enroll, and
connect participants to education and employment resources with
exceptional case management services. Ensure enrolled participants
stay connected with the program and make incremental gains towards
their Career Pathway goals. Deliver case management services to
participants in person, by phone, and virtually. Appropriately
document participant services their case notes. It is the Career
Navigators responsibility to identify and remediate barriers to
successfully completing the program and funnel participants to the
appropriate resources. Qualifications Required Qualifications
Strong desire to effect change in young adults professional
development Ability to interact professionally with participants to
motivate them to achieve their goals Possess strong interpersonal
skills and a general knowledge of workforce policies and procedures
Intermediate computer knowledge of Microsoft Suite and use of
remote presentation platforms Ability to meet and / or exceed
monthly performance expectations Must possess a valid in-state
Drivers License and meet the Company insurability requirements.
Desired Qualifications Associates Degree from an accredited
university. Direct experience may be substituted. Bilingual:
English and Spanish Experience in Human and Social Services related
field and case management
Keywords: , Vineland , Career Navigator (OC), Social Services , Columbia, New Jersey
