Program Coordinator - Employability at Goodwill Industries of Houston

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Case Management, Workforce Development, Regulatory Compliance, Budget Management, Staff Supervision, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Data Analysis, Reporting, Microsoft Office, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Individualized Service Plans, Job Placement, CARF Standards

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Program Coordinator (EmployAbility) Department: Workforce Development (WFD) Reports To: Program Manager (EmployAbility and CareerAbilities) FLSA Status: Exempt Mission Support: Goodwill Houston (GWH) is leading change, connecting people, and improving the potential for the future of work. We educate, train, and hire individuals with barriers to employment to help them thrive. We connect people, families, and communities to improve lives and meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow. Powered, in part, by donations and retail customers, we change lives through the power of work. Position Summary: Assists in the planning, organizing, implementation, and management of Vocational Services, TX Workforce Commission Rehabilitation Services, and GWH work-assessment program. To help participants achieve their maximum potential. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for assuring that Workforce Development (WFD) is in compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the program(s), including administration, meet/exceed program goals, and fiscal and programmatic compliance. Provide program support to achieve program objectives. Leads routine staff meetings to discuss case management coordination, participants’ learning progress, work readiness, and job placement updates. Recommends appropriate success strategies for all participants. Builds formal relationships with partners and employers (Memorandum of Understanding). Maintain Workforce Development (WFD) projects, standards, goals, and job placements. Works with Management and the Finance Department to ensure budget(s), fiscal compliance, and program administration are handled appropriately. Responsible for reviewing and approving program disbursements to ensure conformity with funding agency and GWH’s policies and regulations. Assures all invoicing for services rendered are properly prepared and delivered to the appropriate referring agencies. Responsible for the timely collection, analysis, and reporting of key program operating data. Oversees and assures timely recording of all required participant reports and documentation required for state and local agency regulatory compliance. Maintains documentation for fiscal and program audits. Recruits, hires, and supervises program staff. Provides guidance and support to program staff. Works with team to coordinate, develop, implement, and monitor individualized service plans and/or employment search strategies to assist participants in achieving employment goals. Act as a liaison with federal state and local agencies by developing and maintaining positive working relationships to encourage and assure client referrals to the program. Responsible for the timely collection, analysis, and reporting of key program operating data. Maintain adequate materials, supplies, and equipment to support a professional environment at all work readiness and job placement activities. Monitors program execution to ensure CARF standards of compliance are met for EmployAbility program. Maintain adequate materials, supplies, and equipment to support a professional environment at all work readiness and job placement activities. Performs other duties as assigned by Management. Additional Responsibilities: Demonstrate professionalism, and good judgment and present a friendly, cooperative attitude. Ability to multi-task, make quick decisions, adapt to change, and work in a team-oriented fast-paced environment. Adheres to all GWH Policies & Procedures, Loss Prevention & Safety Regulations, and GWH Guiding Principles. Must be punctual and have dependable attendance and maintain an appropriate appearance. Must conduct work in a safe manner; maintain good housekeeping standards, have all aisles and pathways to fire exists are clear and free from clutter, and keep work areas neat and clean. Adheres to local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Two (2) or more years of workforce development, career services, and/or human services experience. Excellent computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Office). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate and interact well with a variety of personality types. Ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule. Ability to analyze opportunities and problems, identify and evaluate alternatives, and develop effective approaches to address any issues. Must have reliable transportation. Key Performance Indicators: Meet or exceed all portfolio program outputs, outcomes, and goals for the (calendar/fiscal) year. Placement rate of 65% or higher for the participants that complete the training. Ensure data utilization and accuracy of 90% or higher by conducting regular audits of CaseWorthy reporting. Ensures all data reports, funding applications, and administrative documents are reviewed prior to submission for director-level approval. Execute WFD projects as assigned. Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach. Ability to lift, push, pull, up to, 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the planning and management of vocational and rehabilitation services to help participants overcome barriers to employment. Oversees day-to-day operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages program staff and budgets.