Employment Coordinator

About Monroe Harding: 

Since the establishment of Monroe Harding in 1893, first as an orphanage, then as a Children’s Home, to the Monroe Harding of today, the organization has adapted to meet the needs of children and young adults throughout the greater Nashville area. Monroe Harding provides comprehensive services to children and teenagers in foster care (0-19 years old), young adults who are preparing to age out or have aged out of state custody (ages 16-26), and young adults victimized by crime (ages 18-24). More than 16,000 children and young adults experienced support through Fannie Harding’s legacy.

Our Values: 

· Optimism: We celebrate and encourage the good in each other. We create an environment in which people can have fun, express gratitude, feel uplifted, explore their passions, and increase their resiliency. 

· Inclusion: Through a lens of respect, we advocate for our families, our youth, and each other by creating a sense of belonging, understanding, and value for the uniqueness of each individual. 

· Curiosity: We are committed to creating a learning environment that seeks knowledge, looks to the future, and goes beyond the status quo. 

· Personal Accountability: We empower one another to be our best selves. By showing up, listening, and providing thoughtful feedback, we create a culture that allows for self-care. 

· Collaboration: We believe that people who are committed to open communication, a willingness to help, and working together as a team, create a safe environment and a culture of excellence. 

Job Summary:

The Employment Coordinator plays a key role in supporting young adults (ages 16-26) as they prepare for, secure, and maintain employment. Through a trauma informed approach, this position blends group facilitation, one-one-one coaching, employer engagement, and case management within a supportive, team-based Resource Center environment. You will build relationships, teach workforce readiness skills, and connect young people to real-world opportunities that align with their goals.  

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Workforce Readiness & Coaching 

· Recruit young adults to participate in the Work Readiness Programs

· Facilitate ongoing curricula and in person group classes and learning cohorts (including flexible scheduling to meet participant needs).

· Provide individualized coaching following the classroom experience by meeting with clients each week.

· Help participants build a professional career portfolio and set realistic employment goals.

Employment & Employer Engagement 

· Arrange informational interviews, job shadowing, internships, and employment opportunities.

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners and employers.

· Support young adults in securing and maintaining employment aligned with their aspirations.

Case Management & Support

· Provide referrals to community resources addressing barriers such as housing, transportation, food, and childcare.

· Encourage and assist clients with SNAP Employment & Training enrollment and participation.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date case documentation and enter timely case notes.

· Collaborate with partners to monitor progress and celebrate successes.

Resource Center Collaboration  

· Partner with colleagues to plan and implement special programming including job fairs, resource fairs, enrichment activities, and seasonal events.

· Contribute to a welcoming, supportive environment for all youth who enter the Resource Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

· Bachelor’s degree in social services, education, employment services, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

· Valid Tennessee driver’s license 

Skills

· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

· Creative problem solving

· Client-centered mindset

· Patient yet persistent approach

· Strong time management and organizational skills

· Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries

· Confidence facilitating small groups

· Ability to recruit and develop employer partnerships

Experience

· Minimum of 2 years facilitating group training or workforce programs

· Proven experience working with youth and young adults ages 16-26 

· Established knowledge of employment and training programs to include interviewing techniques, vocational and employment related assessments, and use of labor market information to connect participants to jobs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This role includes a mix of office-based work and community engagement. The position requires regular standing, sitting, walking, and communicating with participants and partners. Reasonable accommodations are available to support qualified individuals.

Applicants must pass thorough background check and drug screen. Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license.

Additionally, The Diana Screen® is administered to all potential applicants to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained. At Monroe Harding, the safety and protection of the youth who have been entrusted to us is our #1 priority.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available (90-100% coverage paid by Monroe Harding for the employee)
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Generous paid time off package
• 401k (Monroe Harding will match up to 4%)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and training