What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workforce Consultant (Title I Youth and Adult Services) position at Northeast Iowa Community College?
This position will oversee Title I services as part of the Iowa Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Program (WIOA) for adults. As a Workforce Consultant, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and services aimed at enhancing the employability and economic self-sufficiency of adults and youth in Iowa.
Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class.
Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Program Implementation:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate Title I Youth Services programs in alignment with the objectives of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
- Collaborate with state and local agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, and employers to ensure effective program delivery.
- Monitor program performance metrics and outcomes to assess effectiveness and compliance with federal and state regulations.
Youth Outreach and Engagement:
- Identify and engage eligible youth populations, including disadvantaged, at-risk, and underrepresented individuals, to participate in Title I programs.
- Conduct outreach activities, workshops, and informational sessions to promote program awareness and recruit participants.
- Provide individualized guidance and support to youth participants to assess their career interests, skills, and training needs.
Case Management and Support:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify barriers to employment and develop customized service plans for adult and youth participants.
- Offer career counseling, job readiness training, and life skills development to enhance participants’ employability and self-sufficiency.
- Connect adult and youth participants with educational opportunities, vocational training programs, internships, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, Education, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Essential Functions
Partnership Development:
- Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with local employers, industry associations, workforce development boards, and other stakeholders to create internship and job placement opportunities for adult and youth participants.
- Liaise with educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and vocational training providers, to coordinate educational and career pathways for adult and youth participants
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of participant demographics, program activities, services provided, and outcomes achieved.
- Prepare regular reports, data analysis, and performance evaluations to document program impact and compliance with regulatory requirements.