Employment/Vocational Training Coordinator – Education

The Employment/Vocational Training Coordinator provides educational support for Metropolitan Ministries community clients pursuing professional credentials and job training. The role involves assessing client readiness, providing advice, and coordinating education/employment workshops. The Coordinator will work with clients to encourage, mentor, and monitor their progress, and collaborate with staff to advocate for the client's education plan.

What You Will Do

The Coordinator will complete assessments of clients' education, work experience, and career interests. They will provide clients with advice on career path options, education options, and goal setting. The Coordinator will also research education programs that meet clients' career goals and interests, and assist clients with completing application processes.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a heart for ministry, understanding of poverty, and willingness to serve. They will be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework, have strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to think creatively. The Coordinator will also need to be familiar with local post-secondary education facilities and standard post-secondary education concepts.

Requirements

• A minimum of a BA degree in Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, Education, or similar fields
• 1-3 years of experience working as an educator, case manager, advocate, mentor, or re-entry specialist
• Knowledge and experience in tutoring, academic advising, mentoring, coaching, or non-traditional education
• Familiarity with local post-secondary education facilities and standard post-secondary education concepts
• Knowledgeable about homeless issues and the State Statute 1009.25 (Florida Homeless Education Waiver)
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong listening skills, dependability, and ability to think creatively
• Demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients served
• Ability to handle job-related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner
• Willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction
• Well organized and detail-oriented
• Familiarity with learning styles and some understanding of Trauma Informed Care
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite

Benefits

• Salary: $44,000 - $46,000
• Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates
• Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans
• PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees
• 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually
• Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match
• Employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries
• Employee Assistance Program
• Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Training and career development
• Discounted membership at the YMCA