In collaboration with the 12 federally funded adult education providers that comprise the Illinois Community College Board’s Area Planning Council’s 508 Near West American Job Center sub-area (the Workgroup), CCLC is recruiting for the Adult Education Pathways Navigator position. In the spirit of collaboration, these providers have come together to staff a position that will represent their services to adults in need of skills training. The Navigator will be responsible for understanding and promoting the programs and services of the Workgroup members at the American Job Center, tracking and reporting populations served and students referred to the 12 organizations, and tracking and reporting outcomes on those referrals.
The Pathways Navigator will be responsible for ensuring that the Workgroup member programs are strongly marketed in the American Job Center so that more adults with low skills will be aware of and utilize adult education services. This full-time staff position will be housed at the Near West American Job Center and will refer interested candidates to training providers that best match their needs in terms of program offered, location and schedule.
This national award-winning model is an innovative approach to service delivery. The Pathways Navigator will work collaboratively with the Near West American Job Center adult education core partners to develop pathways for adults seeking educational attainment. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of the adult education, workforce development, and higher education systems, as well as a general understanding of the social and supportive services that are available in the area.
Outreach, intake and orientation
· Creation and execution of a marketing plan with Workgroup providers.
· Conduct regular outreach and orientation activities.
Administrate TABE and CASAS, interpret test results for appropriate referrals to Workgroup organizations.
Skills and supportive services needs assessment
· Assist individuals in assessing their current skills and support service needs.
•Assist individuals in accessing training that leads to attainment of industry-recognized credentials, diplomas, and degrees through stackable credentials
Program Coordination and referral
· Form strong relationships with the Workgroup providers to ensure accurate and timely referrals. Become familiar with the student profiles appropriate to each program for accurate referrals.
· Develop and implement a comprehensive process, along with customized supports, that will enhance the capacity of individuals to access the appropriate training and education among the Workgroup members.
· In collaboration with core partners, determine metrics and manage data for evaluation of the referral system.
· Work collaboratively with the Program Director and Workgroup members to identify additional resources to support the development of local career pathways.
·Develop a timely reporting system to communicate outcomes to the 12 providers.
· Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Required Qualifications
•Bachelor’s degree and experience in adult education, career counseling, human services, or related field required. Master’s Degree in Social Work or Education preferred.
•Bilingual (English/Spanish). Familiarity with adult literacy services (ABE, ESOL, GED, NEDP, etc.), providers in the region.
•Familiarity with the TABE, BEST and other assessments related to literacy, career exploration, job training, and higher education.
Must value diversity.
Required Skills
•Ability to travel among the 13 partners and other stakeholders.
•Ability to read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written communications.
•Strong organizational, interpersonal, planning, and follow-up skills.
•Ability to work independently, plan meetings, maintain own schedule.
Ability to lead discussions, facilitate meetings, and work collaboratively with a dynamic group of colleagues.
•Case management, counseling, coaching, or advising with individuals
•Counseling, coaching, or advising in group sessions
•Use of a variety of technology and software applications for multiple purposes
•Research and writing
•Oral communication and public presentation
•Strong technology skills
•Effective communication with a diverse group of clients
•Creative problem solving
•Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
•Networking, outreach, and team building
If interested, please email your resume to the CTC staff at virizarry02@iwe.staugustine.edu
Please indicate in the subject line the title of this posting