Job Description

Career Navigator

POAH Communities, an exciting and highly entrepreneurial organization committed to community development and to preserving affordable rental housing, is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as a Career Navigator at the Cutler Manor Community Center (CHOICE) located in Cutler Manor Apartments. This position is based in Cutler Bay, FL.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate job preparation assessment, coaching and training sessions, while integrating digital literacy, financial services, and other supportive services according to FOC best practices
• Screen potential enrollees and complete necessary enrollment, and assessment forms
• Identify job matches for clients who have successfully completed internal and external training programs, and at-large clients
• Travel locally to different employers to build relationships and discuss job placements.
• Collect and enter data from employers related to job orders including employment verification; prepare forms and reports related to job placement activities
• Conduct necessary follow-up after applicants are placed into employment and counsel clients on any problems in the workplace
• Stay apprised of virtual and in-person job fair resources via employers and workforce partners
• Collaborate with FOC team members to assess qualifications for various job positions and develop individual employment strategies
• Coach potential employees, program participants in creating resumes, mock interviewing, etc.
• Work with WRC team and partners to enhance the resources we offer to new hires
• Maintain appropriate data in company databases, such as Salesforce, PI and Yardi
• Track long term follow up services, including entering monthly data in various systems and reports
• Collect employment verification required by POAH Communities and other contractual obligations by funders
• Other related tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates will ideally have:

• Five years of work experience in workforce or social service program development
• College degree preferred
• Must have a valid Driver's License and automobile insurance coverage as use of personal vehicle will be required
• Ability to work periodic overtime and flexible hours required, including weekends and evenings
• Periodic travel may be required
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local workforce system and programs
• Strong partnership network, preferably with employers and workforce agencies
• Solid verbal, written and customer service communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Intermediate proficiency in the use of computers including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Knowledge of various data collection and analysis systems including Salesforce
• Ability to motivate individuals and groups to actively participate and take leadership roles in efforts to improve the community and increase self-determination

BENEFITS AT POAH COMMUNITIES

At POAH Communities, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and their families. We're committed to offering a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits tailored to your diverse needs. Our package includes:

• An Extensive Benefits Package Including PPO Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Generous Time Off: 15 Days of PTO and 2 days of Personal Time in the First Year Plus 11 Paid Holidays
• Competitive 401(k) Matching, up to 4% of pay
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit and Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Incentive Program
• 12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury and Witness Duty Leave
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit our website at

ABOUT US

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization dedicated to building and improving communities. Beyond providing safe, comfortable, and affordable homes, we believe that well-managed housing can empower residents and serve as a platform for their success.

POAH Communities specializes in the professional management of affordable multifamily housing and currently manages over 13,000 affordable housing apartments in Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Washington, DC. POAH Communities has over 500 employees and is part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (“POAH") family.

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