Program Coordinator - Work Ready (Manufacturing)

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer life-changing work on a mission-minded team. We are 1,000 working as one and each of us is essential to helping our community thrive. For three years running, Goodwill has been named to Forbes' list of America's “Most Inspiring Companies”.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities ranging from entry-level to management in retail, human services, and administrative fields. Learn more about working at Goodwill. You can help. We can show you how.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

The Work Ready and EARN Program Coordinator will manage and oversee Work Ready and EARN programming for residents of Allegheny County. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with the employment service teams, local employers, and workforce development agencies to develop an innovative workforce development
model, driven by the needs of employers and available career pathways. This position requires the ability to work independently, while implementing flexible strategies to traditional career services.

Duties will also include but are not limited to:

• Supervise, support and lead staff involved with service area, to ensure compliance with program requirements including reporting, application of best practices and achievement of program goals.
• Act as a liaison to funding sources, families, customers, employers and other community organizations and stakeholders
• Ensure the team's adherence to organizational policies and procedures. Participate in the development of program policies regarding such issues as participant eligibility, program requirements, program benefits, staff development, etc
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and available activities as they relate to the needs of participants.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of Work Ready and EARN standards and compliance regulations.
• Ensure successful delivery of services for participants including outreach, recruitment, orientation, job placement, and retention

Location: Lawrenceville Workforce Development Center: 118 52nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

External Hiring Range: $45,760-49,418.86/year

Travel Required: Yes, travel to Goodwill locations in Southwestern Pennsylvania may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree AND 6 years of experience required. OR
• Bachelor's degree AND 4 years of experience required. OR
• Master's degree AND 2 year expericnce  required.  

Required Degree(s): Education, Teaching, Psychology, Rehabilitation Science, or related field

Required Experience: Experience working in human services, social work, or a related field.

Preferred Experience: Experience coordinating case management and employment
related services amongst a team 

REQUIRED CLEARANCES, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Candidates are expected to provide current, valid clearances (Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprints Clearance, and PATCH) prior to their first day of employment.)

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