Job Description
Job Description
Career Coach (Pathways to Employment) Location: West Palm Beach, FL Schedule: Full-time | M-F 9am–5pm (some evenings/weekends) Organization: Vita Nova, Inc.
Why Join Vita Nova? You'll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team working to empower youth to achieve success and reach their potential. We offer a collaborative environment where you can gain valuable experience in youth services and career development.
Position Summary:
Vita Nova is seeking a compassionate and motivated Career Coach to support young adults (ages 18–24) by providing career planning, life skills development, and job readiness training. In this role, you will work at the Spot drop-in center and in the community to guide young adults toward education, employment, and stability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop individualized career plans and deliver job readiness training
- Provide supportive case management and life skills coaching
- Connect youth to employment, education, and support services
- Facilitate group workshops and partner with employers and agencies
- Track progress and outcomes using HMIS and internal systems
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in social services or related field preferred
- 1+ year experience working with youth or young adults preferred
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and positive youth development
- Understanding of PBC homelessness system a plus
- Strong documentation and client engagement skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer literacy
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must pass Level 2 background check and drug screen
- Valid FL driver's license and reliable transportation required
Job Posted by ApplicantPro