Description
The Employment Job Coach is responsible for identifying and development partnerships with businesses and employers for the Work Ready Oklahoma (WRO) program and coaching participants to employment success using goal -directed strategies. This role will support the management of job fairs and work with the TTA provider to manager outreach efforts. The Coach is also responsible for supporting WRO participants" remote work requirements, including interviews, on-boarding and job coaching. Additionally, this person will attend WRO workshops and help with leading activities for participants.
Requirements
Use a variety of relationship-building, marketing and communication techniques to market and represent the WRO program
Initiate and manage ongoing contacts with a variety of business and industry representatives, as well as job placement/training agencies to promote participant placement.
Engage employers and local education partners in the design and execution of training programs as appropriate to ensure participants are equipped with relevant, industry-required skills and certifications.
Conduct follow-up with both employers and participants after applicants are placed to ensure employer satisfaction, future partnerships opportunities and employee retention.
Organize outreach and recruitment activities, engaging with other team members to participate as needed.
Help program participants understand the concept of career ladders, utilizing current employment and training opportunities to increase their marketability, earnings and job satisfaction.
Monitor local labor market trends and employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
Build a network of employers that understand the value of WRO services in supporting a range of business objectives for Oklahoma employers.
Report participant information, progress and business referral data.
Regular attendance is essential for the successful performance of this job.
Required Skills:
Knowledge of the demand-driven approach to employment services, job development strategies and labor market trends in a range of occupational fields.
Ability to collaborate with diverse groups both internal and external.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and ability to share information in a compelling way about the programs mission and objects.
Have an understanding of the methods and techniques of job development and client placement and/or current practices in vocational education.
This position is paid bi-monthly by direct deposit.
Work is performed in an administrative and office setting.
Some travel may be required for training or attending seminars and meetings.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Summary
A bachelor's degree in a related field, such as education is desired or previous work experience in a similar position.
Experience in marketing and representing a program and its services to stakeholders is desired.
Experience in outreach, sales or job placement is also considered.
Experience managing business and community relationships to achieve objectives.
A combination of equivalent and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements.