Kansas Youth Connector (20 hours / part-time)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
accrued PTO
Job Description
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to empowering youth and adults facing barriers to employment and self-sufficiency. Serving communities across northeast Kansas, LifeSkills Connection focuses on providing comprehensive support services that foster independence and enhance quality of life. The organization offers tailored programs designed to help individuals develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the workforce and personal life. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and community engagement, LifeSkills Connection partners with local businesses, workforce boards, and social service agencies to create sustainable pathways to employment for youth and adults.\n\nThe Youth Connector position within LifeSkills... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field or Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field and two years related experience
- Experience providing social service supports to youth ages 14-24
- Experience coordinating and monitoring internships, work experience, job shadows, and informational interviews
- Knowledge of Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
- Ability to travel within a 17-county northeast Kansas territory
- Availability to work part-time 20 hours per week
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Effective communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Experience providing social service supports to youth ages 14-24
- Experience coordinating and monitoring internships, work experience, job shadows, and informational interviews
- Experience supporting clients in workforce development programs
- Knowledge of Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field, or Associate’s degree and two years related experience
- Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
Job Duties
- Facilitate work readiness training for youth ages 14-24
- Assist youth to create a plan to meet their individual employment goals
- Actively support youth to pursue employment through job leads, resume development, and mock interviews
- Coordinate and promote opportunities for career exploration and hands-on learning
- Outreach to businesses and organizations to create opportunities for youth, including paid work experience
- Maintain and grow business relationships
- Establish and monitor work experience sites that support youth goals and career interests
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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