Summer Job Coach

Job posting: Summer Job Coach

Status: Seasonal, June 24-Aug. 16, 2024, 30 hours/week

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9-4:30pm

Reports to: Program Manager

Broad Scope and Function of Job:

The Summer Job Coach provides supervision, coaching and job skills training for youth interns hosted by our two community-based youth programs. The position partners with the program manager to provide initial training and orientation for the summer interns, meets bi-weekly with each intern to provide coaching and developmental supervision, and works to address challenges that may arise. One Job Coach is hired to float between our two community-based sites, supporting up to 15 youth interns:

Luxton Learners: Luxton Learners operates from Luxton Park in SE Minneapolis and serves a diverse group, including East African, African American, Indigenous, and mixed-race youth living in or nearGlendale Townhomes.

Mulberry Junction: Mulberry Junction operates from East Side’s main campus at 1700 Second St. NE in Minneapolis and serves a diverse group of youth and families from across NE Minneapolis.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Is responsible for but not limited to the following functions:

Employment Training/Coaching (65%):

• Assist Program Manager with training and orientation for summer teen interns.

• Provide 1:1 and group mentorship, coaching and support to help them build strong employment skills.

• Create development opportunities for teens, including resume writing and interview skills workshops.

• Address inappropriate workplace behavior and coach desirable replacement skills.

• Implement strategies and skill-building techniques as provided by internship partners.

Administrative (20%)

• Serve as the primary contact for STEP-UP Minneapolis and ESNS Employment programs.

• Assist with managing intern timesheets to ensure proper documentation for partners.

• Partner with program manager to document and analyze program outcomes.

Program Support (10%):

• Attend program meetings and trainings, participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement.

• Communicate with site staff to understand program goals, activities and expectations of interns.

• Actively participate in orientation and training to gain the necessary understanding to carry out Youth Department and program goals.

Other (5%):

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Manager.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Education:

• Must have completed at least two years of post-secondary education. An associates or bachelors degree in child development, Human Services, Education, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• At least 4 years of post-high school employment experience.

• Experience working with urban youth and families in a community-based setting especially teens new to the workforce.

• Experience coaching and mentoring youth with a focus on workplace readiness, communication skills, conflict management, and time management.

• Experience running a group, understanding group dynamics and how to increase youth engagement.

Compensation: $22 per hour

Application Deadline: Open until filled

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITYAFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

East Side Neighborhood Services is an equal opportunity employer

and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

We believe BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA+ communities must be centered in the

work we do, so we strongly encourage applications from people with these

identities, or who are members of other marginalized communities, to apply.