Education and Employment Specialist

3 weeks ago


Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States First Place for Youth Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as an Education and Employment Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting current and former foster youth in reaching their educational and employment goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement individualized education and employment plans for youth, focusing on post-secondary education, career development, and obtaining and maintaining a living wage.
  • Form and maintain relationships with local employers, educational programs, and community resources to support job linkages and provide youth with access to employment opportunities.
  • Provide coaching, guidance, and support to youth in developing skills and strategies to secure and maintain employment, including resume development, interviewing, and job maintenance.
  • Lead workshops and education events for youth, focusing on career education, job-seeking skills, and other pre- and post-employment related skills.
  • Document and track all meetings with youth, including case notes and progress updates, within required timelines.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, education, or a related field.
  • Two years of full-time social work or casework employment in the field of family or child welfare services, or one year of experience working with youth in career development and job placement capacities.
  • Excellent knowledge of education and employment resources for youth in the Gulf Region.
  • General knowledge of the issues facing Transition Aged Foster Youth.
  • Ability to work collaboratively, but with the capacity to work independently.
  • Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
  • Ability to pass a Community Care Licensing background check.
Benefits
  • 15 days of vacation time in the first year.
  • 12 days of sick time.
  • 2 floating holidays.
  • 15 paid holidays.
  • Employees UCH plan with up to 90% of the premium covered by First Place on certain plans.
  • Principal dental and vision coverage with up to 90% of the premium covered by First Place.
  • Paid baby bonding leave.
  • Healthcare and Dependent care FSA plans.
  • Principal basic life and voluntary life insurance coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
  • Annual reimbursement for continuing education.
  • Paid sabbatical.
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave.


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