Work Experience Coordinator

Description

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Workforce Development, the Work Experience (WEX) Coordinator will work collectively with CRCD staff, partners and worksites to develop, coordinate and provide subsidized employment opportunities for program participants. The WEX Coordinator will offer one-on-one supportive services to participants who are preparing to join or reintegrate into the workforce. The WEX Coordinator will address basic clothing/uniform and transportation needs, identify and mitigate barriers to employment, implement and update Individual Service Plans, and provide participants with support through CRCD’s Client Centered Approach to successfully complete their subsidized employment experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with scheduling and facilitation of employment readiness and life skills
• workshops.
• Verify participant program enrollment and eligibility for subsidized work-based learning/work experience.
• Ensure all onboarding new hire documents are submitted to Human Resources for all participants prior to their work experience
• Develop and identify quality work sites for participants to complete subsidized work experience.
• Conduct work site walk-through to ensure compliance and CRCD/funder expectation for a quality work site.
• Meet with the worksite supervisor to review and fully execute worksite training agreements.
• Conduct participant and worksite orientations to ensure compliance with OSHA and Labor Laws in addition to roles and responsibilities.
• Work with Program, Human Resources and Fiscal staff to create payment schedules
• Track participant hours and attendance to meet the performance goal associated with the grant deliverables.
• Collect, review and submit participant timecards and/or check requests for processing in accordance to payment schedule.
• Pick up and distribute participant pay checks.
• Respond to and resolve any discrepancies regarding hours worked or payments with participants and work site.
• Conduct periodic worksite visits to performance worksite surveys and participant evaluations.
• Discuss and advocate for participant placement with the worksite supervisor upon completion of work experience hours.
• Ensure appropriate data entry into Salesforce, Caljobs and other required data systems.
• Uphold CRCD’s Mission Statement and 5 Year Strategic Plan
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2-3 years’ experience or related work and/or BA Degree
• Familiarity with the vulnerable populations, including homeless, re-entry and disabled
• Knowledge of database management and quality control process
• Reliable, flexible team player who works well with minimal supervision, who has a good work ethic, and an ability to set and maintain personal boundaries
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and labor laws
• Reliable transportation: valid driver's license, and car insurance as required by law, as appropriate
• Experience working with business and employers
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge in data tracking systems and tools
• Strong organizational skills to manage large WEX caseload, data, and reporting duties
• Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
• Reliable transportation: valid driver's license, and car insurance as required by law, as appropriate

SALARY RANGE

$55,000 - $65,000

BENEFITS

CRCD is in the top 10% for excellent benefits for non-profits with an array of benefits available including:

• 14 Paid Holidays
• On-Demand training memberships to bolster professional development
• Dental/Vision/ 85% employer-paid & 40% dependent paid Medical Insurance
• 401k eligibility from day one & up to 3% matching after one year
• 529 Educational Savings Plan from Principle
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Accident & Hospital Indemnity
• Whole life insurance with cash benefits
• Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services
• Discount pet insurance through ASPCA
• Generous work/life balance

All candidates are subject to a criminal history check and meet CRCD’s criteria regarding criminal history and must pass background check conducted by LA County. CRCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or the Equal Employment Opportunity for the position (s) to the EEO/ADA Coordinator. EEO/ADA Coordinator contact: Stacey Cabling (213) 743-6193.