Case Manager/Instructor - Next Steps Program (Part-Time, Grant Funded)

* Conduct intake and eligibility determination for prospective participants, ensuring compliance with WIOA Youth requirements.

* Assist with instructing Next Steps Participants in GED/High School Diploma preparation and employability skills training.

* Develop, implement, and update Individualized Service Strategies (ISS) for an assigned case load of project participants, incorporating assessments, goals, and progress reviews.

* Provide case management and mentorship to participants from enrollment through program completion and for at least 12 months of follow-up.

* Document delivery of program services, including tutoring, employability skills training, career exploration, occupational skills training, and supportive services.

* Facilitate referrals to community agencies and partner organizations for supportive services such as transportation, childcare, housing, and counseling.

* Maintain consistent contact with participants through in-person meetings, phone calls, texts, and virtual platforms to provide guidance and accountability.

* Collaborate with Adult Education staff, Career Center personnel, and other partners to ensure participants receive educational and workforce preparation services.

* Assist participants with transitions into postsecondary education, employment, apprenticeships, or military service, including support with applications, financial aid, and enrollment processes.

* Stay current on labor market trends and workforce needs, and communicate this information to participants to guide career planning.

* Maintain professional boundaries and ensure confidentiality of participant records and information.

* Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of participants and achievement of WIOA performance measures.

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, required; degree in education, social work, counseling, workforce development, or a related field preferred.

* Experience working with at-risk or disadvantaged youth populations, required.

* Prior experience in case management, workforce development, education, counseling, or social services preferred.

* Familiarity with WIOA requirements and workforce development programs, preferred.

A complete application packet consists of the following: * a completed Northwest Shoals Community College online application form, * a current resume, and * postsecondary transcripts (unofficial or official), which must include institution's name, college degree, and degree date.

Applications may be submitted online at Applications will be received on an on-going basis.

Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

Application packets received after the deadline date will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

The submission of all required application materials by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant.

Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $25.00 depending on education.

(19 hours or less per week with NO BENEFITS) Northwest Shoals Community College is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Northwest Shoals Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

Applicants in need of an accommodation(s), should contact the Office of Human Resources prior to the interview.

Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.

Northwest Shoals Community College will not be responsible for copying application packets for current or future positions.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.

Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Northwest Shoals Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Northwest Shoals Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding of employment.