Supported Education Employment Specialist Empower Youth Through Career and Academic Coaching

About the Role

Were looking for a Supported Education and Employment Specialist who is passionate about working with youth and helping them discover whats possible. In this role youll support young people as they navigate school explore career paths and access opportunities that support longterm success. Youll serve as a coach connector and advocateoffering personalized guidance organizing engaging workshops and collaborating with educators employers and community partners to reduce barriers to success.

Key Responsibilities

Youth Engagement & Support

• Welcome and engage youth visiting the center.

• Use motivational interviewing and evidencebased tools to support youthdriven goalsetting.

• Provide academic advocacy and assist with schoolrelated challenges including remote learning.

Employment & Education Coaching

• Conduct individual and group coaching sessions focused on career exploration and educational planning.

• Help youth develop and follow through with personalized education and employment goals.

• Plan and facilitate engaging workshops and career exploration activities.

Community Collaboration

• Work alongside the allcove care team GSUL Workforce Development and external partners.

• Build connections with local schools and employers to expand opportunities for youth.

Resource Development

• Maintain a current directory of educational mental health and employment resources.

• Organize job fairs and promote enrollment in workforce platforms like CalJobs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Integrate feedback from the Youth Advisory Group and other community stakeholders.

• Build lasting relationships with businesses to facilitate youth job matching and internships.

Administration & Evaluation

• Collect and maintain program data for ongoing improvement and reporting.

• Ensure adherence to confidentiality ethics and traumainformed care practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination).

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

• Valid drivers license and proof of insurance.

• Fully vaccinated against COVID19 (or valid medical exemption).

What Were Looking For

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Cultural humility and a deep understanding of diverse youth experiences.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data systems.

• Passion for youth advocacy coaching and positive development.

• Ability to travel occasionally for outreach events and community meetings.

Work Environment

• Officebased role with occasional travel.

• Flexible work hours including some evenings and weekends.

• Reasonable accommodations available upon request (please contact HR).

Join Us

If youre ready to make a difference in the lives of young people and help shape their path to success wed love to hear from you. This is more than a jobits a mission.

All finalists for the Academic Coach position at the Greater Sacramento Urban League (GSUL) will be subject to a thorough background check as part of the selection process. This background check may include criminal history reference checks verification of educational credentials and other relevant inquiries. By submitting your application for this position you consent to GSUL conducting these background checks.

Please note that the results of the background check will be considered in relation to the requirements of the position and the organizations commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students. Any discrepancies or issues identified in the background check may impact your eligibility for employment with GSUL.

GSUL is dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of personal information. The background check process is conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and the information gathered is used solely for employmentrelated purposes.

Should you have any questions or concerns about the background check process please feel free to contact our Human Resources department at

GSUL is an equalopportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds including women people of color LGBTQ individuals veterans people with disabilities and those with lived experience of housing insecurity to apply. GSUL does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race creed nationality sex color religion national origin ancestry age genetic information mental or physical disability marital status familial status domestic partnership status civil union status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression atypical cellular or blood trait military status or any other category protected by federal state or other law applicable in the location of employment.

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