Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston
Career Coach
Boston, MA
May 9, 2025
Full-time
Full Job Description


A good job coach possesses effective communication, interpersonal,
organizational, and problem-solving skills. They should be motivated,
respectful, humble, and able to inspire and motivate others.


We are seeking a skilled Job Coach to support young adults ages 18 - 24 as
they work to enhance their strengths, develop work-related hard and soft skills,
define their ambitions, and pursue their goals. Our job coaches will work with
our young adult Fellows to map out their employment and career plans,
encourage them as they grow in strength and capability, and support them as
they identify and work to overcome any obstacles. The role also involves liaising
with employers and mentors, documenting progress, maintaining records, and
preparing reports.


Our Job Coaches need to possess a genuine passion and proven track record
for supporting young adults from a diversity of backgrounds and life
experiences. It is essential that our job coaches understand asset-based
approaches and language and believe in the strengths and assets of the
communities we serve.


Responsibilities include:
• Guide participants through a reflective process to help them articulate their
personal definitions of success and identify what they truly want for
themselves, fostering a sense of ownership in their career journeys
• Collaborate with CareerLabs’ participants to identify areas of career
interest for further exploration
• Assess individual needs and support participants in the formulation of
actionable development plans
• Assist participants in discovering their unique motivations and help them
integrate these into their plans and experiences
• Develop personalized and effective job coaching plans
• Empower and support participants as they take the lead in the
development of their career plans and pathways
• Assist in the identification of obstacles and the development of strategies
to overcome challenges
• Provide regular guidance and coaching to both participants, employers,
and partners during job exposure experiences
• Conduct outreach including attending events to discuss CareerLabs with
potential employers and to recruit potential CareerLabs Fellows
• Work with employers to promote inclusive practices
• Communicate clearly with co-workers, partners, funders and program
participants regarding CareerLabs’ activities
• Facilitate engaging group discussions
• Monitor and evaluate program components
• Organize and participate in events, conferences, panels, and workshops
• Participate in professional development and training activities
• Maintain accurate records and documentation and prepare relevant
reports.


Requirements and skills
• Proven experience with young people
• Experience working with young adults ages 18 - 24
• Experience in developing employment plans with supports
• Experience with project-based learning
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated respect for and commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion
• Command of asset-based language and approaches
• Ability to work hard independently and as part of a team
• Ability to inspire and motivate
• College degree required
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Excel
• Ability to work some evening hours for events and coaching meetings

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