This full-time Career Coach position in Burlington, VT, focuses on providing career services, education, training, and financial coaching to adults and teens enrolled in Reach Up programs. The role involves working in VABIR offices and local communities, collaborating with other VABIR staff and partner organizations, and supporting Vermonters in achieving their career goals.
Responsibilities
Implement VABIR’s vision and mission
Receive case assignments from the District RU Supervisor
Perform as the lead career consultant for all assigned cases
Participate regularly in meetings with the VABIR Team, RU supervisor, and Reach Up district team meetings
Meet regularly with participants
Outreach to employers to understand labor market needs, job openings, and employer hiring practices
Participate in local employment groups, including local Workforce Partners meetings
Outreach to local skill and training programs
Share leads about employment, education, and training opportunities
Develop employment, education, and training plans with participants, as well as family development plans
Assist participants in overcoming barriers related to transportation, childcare, and other obstacles
Identify support services for participants
Effectively utilize job search and placement tools and resources to assist job seekers with their employment goals (progressive employment, community service placements, group activities, etc.)
Assist in the development of job seeker resumes, interviewing, and job seeking skills
Develop and maintain professional relationships with team members, partners, job seekers, and employers
Arrange/provide individual or group financial coaching
Maintain accessibility and effective communication with partners, job seekers, and employers
Maintain accountability to local office teams and job seekers related to work activities, schedules, and work assignments
Document job seeker work activities and provide timely case notes
Implement best practices in caseload management and service delivery
Timely data entry in ACCESS system, Vermont Job Links, ESD Data Tracking tools, and Salesforce
Be accountable for EC performance measures and outcomes
Participate in continuous improvement activities in the local office and VABIR
Maintain proper etiquette while participating in virtual video meetings (ZOOM, Teams, etc.)
Perform other duties as required
Requirements
Associate degree in a human service or business-related field preferred, or 2 years of relevant employment, or a combination of education and employment from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
High school diploma or equivalent
Driver's License
Willingness to undergo a background check
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Creativity and excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to elicit trust and listen effectively
Ability to work with a diverse population of job seekers and staff
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to understand personnel policies, e.g., workplace harassment, conflict of interest
Knowledge of issues confronting the employment of people with disabilities and other diverse and vulnerable populations
Open, direct, honest, and clear communication style with the ability to exercise discretion and tact
Flexibility with openness to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variations in work environments
Take initiative and work autonomously
Ability to deal with conflict
Proponent of continuous improvement and strategic thinking
Values include holistic orientation, excellent customer service, strengths-based outlook, and results-oriented
Ability to accept and deliver constructive feedback
Works effectively as a team
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Important Details
Schedule: 40 hours per week, typically a traditional 8-hour day on a Monday-Friday schedule
Work environment: Duties are performed in an office setting and local communities where contracted services are provided. Reliable transportation is needed, and travel is required for employer outreach, meetings, and customer needs. Some work outside of the normal work schedule may be required.
Work location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, VT 05401
About the Company
VABIR – the Vermont Association of Business, Industry and Rehabilitation – supports Vermonters receiving Reach Up services in reaching their career goals.
