TANF Youth Workforce Connector

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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.