Youth Talent Development Professional

2 weeks ago


Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States Equus Workforce Solutions Full time

Job Title: Youth Talent Development Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Talent Development Specialist to join our team at Equus Workforce Solutions. As a key member of our workforce development team, you will be responsible for providing employment services and support to young adults (16-24) in Las Cruces, NM, USA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide employment services and support to young adults, including life skills, job readiness, and job search assistance.
  • Assess participant needs and competencies to create individualized education and employment goals.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with participants and community members through effective communication.
  • Ensure regular and timely communications of available opportunities and provide coaching to support goals and job attainment and retention.
  • Maintain familiarity with available resources for participants' varying demographics and needs.
  • Assist with program orientation, life skills and job readiness workshops, and front desk coverage as needed.
  • Participate in team meetings and trainings to promote professional development, service effectiveness, and achievement of metrics.
  • Initiate community outreach to increase visibility, enhance program awareness, and create cohesion of services with other community resource organizations.
  • Maintain scheduled, regular contact with participants in various locations to assess job retention/advancement issues.

Requirements:

  • A bachelor's degree in social services or a related field; minimum two years of experience working with a targeted population is required.
  • Ability to develop trust and rapport while maintaining professional and productive interactions with a diverse population.
  • Excellent, inclusive written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work occasional flexible or extended hours, including weekends in an office/community center environment as well as off-site special events and career fairs.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all forms and other verbal or written information.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the principles of effective youth-adult partnerships.
  • Strong self-motivation: ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Case Management/Career Development experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in workforce center operations and their programs (WIOA, TANF, SNAP, etc.) and/or interviewing and employment counseling.
  • Understanding and awareness of the needs of disadvantaged individuals and other persons who face barriers to employment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Business Suite.

About Equus Workforce Solutions:

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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