TANF Youth Workforce Connector

Build relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations to connect participants to available services and to aid individuals who need further assistance.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations; Provide individualized assessment of work, family and personal development needs and opportunities; Conduct eligibility determination and case management; Conduct intake assessments to create Individual Service Strategies (ISS) to guide customers on their path to employment; Provide referrals to appropriate programs, community service sites, or social service agencies when needed; Track youth progress toward education, training, and employment outcomes; Ensure compliance with TANF requirements and documentation standards; Recruit applicants through outreach strategies including satellite sites, job fairs, schools, community organizations, and referral partners; Disseminate information about our program to community-based organizations; Facilitate workshops and coordinate onsite presentations by community partners on topics relevant to customers' needs; Meet performance criteria on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis; Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed; Act as liaison between various departments to meet customer needs; Other opportunities as available

Requirements

High school diploma required; Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills; Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills; Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs; Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Regional travel is required; Clean driving record, valid Driver's License, and reliable vehicle required

Nice to have

Associate degree or some college preferred