TANF Youth Workforce Connector

About this role

Job Description:

Title: TANF Youth Workforce Connector

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: $48,000/year

Scope of Position: Build relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations to connect participants to available services and to aid individuals who need further assistance.

Essential Functions

• Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations
• Provide individualized assessment of work, family and personal development needs and opportunities
• Conduct eligibility determination and case management
• Conduct intake assessments to create Individual Service Strategies (ISS) to guide customers on their path to employment
• Provide referrals to appropriate programs, community service sites, or social service agencies when needed
• Track youth progress toward education, training, and employment outcomes
• Ensure compliance with TANF requirements and documentation standards
• Recruit applicants through outreach strategies including satellite sites, job fairs, schools, community organizations, and referral partners

- Disseminate information about our program to community-based organizations

• Facilitate workshops and coordinate onsite presentations by community partners on topics relevant to customers’ needs
• Meet performance criteria on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed
• Act as liaison between various departments to meet customer needs
• Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma required; associate degree or some college preferred

- Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills

- Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Regional travel is required
• Able to work fully onsite, fully virtual, or in a hybrid environment
• Clean driving record, valid Driver’s License, and reliable vehicle required
• EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.