Career Navigator (EARN)

This position will work 3 days in Lemont Furnace, Fayette County and 2 days in Monessen, Westmoreland County each week. We are seeking a Career Navigator to work with clients to provide a combination of intensive case management, barrier removal, life coaching and job development services, including but not limited to assessment, training, counseling, job search/placement activities designed to move individuals and families toward economic stability. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, possessing excellent organizational ability, verbal/written communication, computer proficiency and time management skills coupled with diplomacy and the ability to work with a variety of individuals. What You'll Do: 1. Use positive communication strategies to motivate clients to work and reach their goals. 2. Assist participants to discover and reach goals while overcoming personal and professional barriers. 3. Guide participants in learning to complete job tasks; including the development of teaching aids, suggesting assistive devices and/or accommodations as needed. 4. Provide coaching in effective job search and interviewing techniques. 5. Use a variety of methods to assist clients in understanding their own social skills while assessing their strengths and teaching them to utilize strategic tools effectively. 6. Assist clients to implement difficult changes or adjustments in order to meet their goals. 7. Educate participants on opportunities to complete their GED, post-secondary education and/or training. 8. Perform time sensitive data entry into appropriate databases, to ensure accurate reporting to federal, state and county partners, and maintaining cumulative case files. 9. Monitor and evaluate progress of participants. 10. Coordinate appropriate client/job matches. 11. Develop cooperative relationships with service agencies and employers, conducting job analyses, observations and making updates in order to serve as a client advocate. 12. Attend mandatory weekly and monthly meetings with federal, state and county program partners. 13. Attend assigned events, professional development trainings, meetings with individuals, public and private agencies as necessary. 14. Perform other duties and assist in special projects as assigned or requested. What You Bring: 1. Education: Minimum of an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Psychology, or related field with a commitment to obtain a National Family Development Credential within 18 months required. 2. Experience: Two years case management, counseling, advocacy, or program implementation experience preferred. What We Offer: 1. Full-time stability with meaningful community impact 2. Supportive and collaborative team environment 3. Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development 4. Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance About Us: For over 40 years, the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. has empowered families and communities through education, workforce development, and early childhood programs. Join our team to help shape the next generation through compassion, learning, and partnership. For more details and to apply visit: https://privateindustrycouncil.com/job-openings/ This position is a full-time exempt position (minimum 40 hours per week) with a full benefit package paid by the employer after 60 days.