Description
About Us:
Portland
Opportunities Industrialization Center + Rosemary Anderson High School (POIC +
RAHS) is a minority-led nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing the highest
quality services in education, mentoring, family outreach, employment training
and placement.
Established in
1968, POIC + RAHS has been a beacon for communities of color for over 50
years. Today, POIC + RAHS provides education and direct services to over 700
students and work trainees annually, 80% of whom are Black or Latinx.
- We believe all people have value.
- We believe all people can grow.
- We believe all people can contribute and build thriving
communities.
- Visit our website at www.portlandoic.org
Job Summary:
As an Intensive Career Coach, you will
support underserved residents of Multnomah County who are currently
experiencing homelessness on a path to self-sufficiency by providing
opportunities for skill building, training, and work experience. You will work
closely with both clients and community partners. Intensive Career Coaches
conduct outreach, recruit, enroll and maintain a caseload of clients with a
focus on low income people of color experiencing homelessness. Additionally, Intensive
Career Coaches coordinate outreach and develop relationships with local
employers.
Qualifications
Personal Requirements:
- Passionate about the mission of POIC + RAHS and supporting underserved populations
- Strong cultural competency
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practice and strength-based approaches
- Valid driver license, acceptable driving record, and access to an insured vehicle required
Experience/Education Requirements:
- Bachelor-s degree or equivalent and two years of related experience OR equivalent combination of related training, experience, and education
- Prior experience
in workforce development and placing clients with multiple barriers to
employment required
- Experience working with non-profits and within government funded systems preferred
What We Offer:
POIC + RAHS offers a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow. Our compensation and benefits package represent our commitment to employee health and financial wellness.
- Generous vacation/PTO policy
- Employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Employer paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
- 403(b) Retirement Plan option
- Twelve paid Holidays per year
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit:
1. Personal Statement that includes:
- Why you are interested in working for POIC + RAHS
- How your skills and experience relate to this position
- What you can contribute to our organization and the youth we serve
2. Resume
Please send your Personal Statement and Resume to jobs@portlandoic.org with the job title in the subject line. Applicants who do not submit a Personal Statement that includes the requested information may be disqualified from consideration for the position.
POIC + RAHS is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
