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Who We Are

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income people to become self-reliant through integrated services. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive. We are eager to welcome others to our team who are dedicated to serving our residents and pursuing our mission to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative, affordable housing and employment readiness services.

Job Summary

PPL is looking for a talented people-person with strong communication and collaboration skills to join its Access Program. This position will be responsible for providing career services, placement, retention, and career laddering services to participants at the Career Center and PPL housing sites. Responsibilities include actively marketing, recruiting, and managing a caseload of participants seeking career services, and/or short-term career training; 1:1 coaching and workshop facilitation on resume writing, interviewing skills, basic digital literacy skills, and other employment and education activities to support and achieve PPL’s mission. Travel to PPL housing sites, Career Center, and community organizations in addition to occasional evening and weekend hours are required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist participants in developing career readiness and digital literacy skills through workshop instruction and 1:1 coaching and support; manage an active caseload of approximately 45-60 participants.
• Travel to PPL sites and community organizations to market, recruit, and provide career services.
• Collaborate with and train volunteers, interns, and program staff to cover the Career Readiness Lab.
• Support integration across teams and departments by facilitating classroom workshops/sessions aimed at enhancing the marketable skills of participants.
• Provide 1:1 job retention services for participants placed through career services. This includes monthly calls and/or face-to-face meetings.
• Refine and/or create and record new professional development and digital literacy curricula to be used in workshops and training classrooms.
• Provide intervention and referrals to participants on work-related issues.
• Provide ongoing support and direction to participants in achieving career development goals and handling problems as they arise.
• Maintain strong partnerships and provide creative program design and direction suggestions as needed as well as program status updates.
• Network and collaborate with employer and community partners to identify and secure resources, critical information, training, and employment opportunities for participants.
• Conduct enrollments, orientations, and/or informational sessions for potential participants.
• Meet weekly with Employment Services Manager to provide updates, consult, and report as needed.
• Maintain professional communication with participants, partners, and co-workers.
• Assist in coordinating and implementing program changes, meetings, and events as needed.
• Participate in Placement and Retention meetings with other Career Specialists.
• Participate in various PPL committees/meetings and collaborate with different teams/departments to support and expand services as needed.

Additional Tasks and Responsibilities: While the following tasks are necessary for the unit's work, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other members.

• Answer and route telephone calls and miscellaneous questions from employees, clients, vendors, and the public, and provide customer service.
• Support PPL work and mission by accepting assignments for special projects, committees, etc.
• Provide information on assigned functions.
• Perform related administrative duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
• Participate in various PPL committees as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications & Credentials Include:

Minimum Requirements

• Strong desire to serve adults with employment barriers from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to write resumes and cover letters.
• Strong computer and database skills/willingness to learn these skills.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• Self-starter with strong time management and documentation skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of community programs and resources for participants.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a good driving record.

Minimum Technology Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Zoom, Teams, and online meeting platforms.
• Ability to use office equipment including telephone and voicemail system, copier, printer, fax machine, and scanner.
• Ability to access and navigate online databases.
• Ability to use MS Outlook.
• Ability to navigate the internet and electronic timecard system.
• Ability to navigate computer networks (files, drives, and folders).

** A detailed job description is available upon request or when selected for the next phase of the hiring process.**

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in a related field (additional experience may substitute for education).

• GCDF certification is strongly preferred but not required.

• 1-2 years of experience in employment services, non-profit, or other closely related field.

• Bilingual preferred but not required.

PPL's work is now a Hybrid Model. Our Hybrid Model refers to the split between working in the office or onsite at satellite locations (60%) and home (40%) of the time. A 5-day work week equates to three days working in the office and the opportunity to work from home for the other two days.

Salary: $22.00-$25.00 Hr., DOQ

Benefits Based on Eligibility: Health & Dental; Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance, Employer Paid Life Insurance; Paid Parental Leave; Voluntary Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA); PTO & Paid Holidays; 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match; Summer half-day Fridays; an impactful presence in an organization that makes a difference in many lives.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates can apply online. The hiring process includes phone screens and in-person interviews, references, and background checks for final candidates. Include a cover letter and resume.

PPL strives to be an equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve, those who are disproportionately affected by systemic inequities. Persons of color, women, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

PPL is an EEO/AA employer. PPL participates in the federal E-verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.