Career Development Coach

Career Development Coach

Location: Community-Based / Hybrid Position
Department: Workforce Development & Career Services
Reports To: Program Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time or Independent Contractor

About the Role

Linwalk Creative Solutions, LLC is seeking an energetic, motivational, and results-driven Career Development Coach to empower individuals as they pursue employment, career advancement, and long-term economic stability. This role goes beyond traditional job coaching by helping participants discover their strengths, overcome barriers, build confidence, and create meaningful career pathways.

The Career Development Coach serves as a mentor, advocate, and accountability partner for youth, young adults, job seekers, and program participants. Through individualized coaching, workforce readiness training, and employer engagement, this position helps transform potential into purpose and employment into sustainable careers.

The ideal candidate is passionate about helping people succeed, skilled at building relationships, and committed to creating opportunities that change lives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one career coaching and employment readiness support.

  • Assist participants in identifying career goals, interests, strengths, and professional development needs.

  • Develop individualized career action plans and track progress toward employment goals.

  • Conduct career assessments and guide participants through career exploration activities.

  • Assist with resume development, cover letters, job applications, and interview preparation.

  • Facilitate workforce readiness workshops, job search training, and professional development sessions.

  • Coach participants on workplace professionalism, communication skills, time management, and career advancement strategies.

  • Connect participants to education, certification, apprenticeship, vocational training, and employment opportunities.

  • Collaborate with employers to identify job openings and placement opportunities.

  • Support participants with job retention strategies and ongoing career growth planning.

  • Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, employment outcomes, and program records.

  • Participate in outreach events, hiring events, job fairs, and community engagement activities.

  • Work closely with housing, youth services, and support service teams to address barriers impacting employment success.

  • Celebrate participant achievements and encourage continual personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Workforce Development, Education, Business Administration, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field preferred.

  • Two years of experience in workforce development, employment services, coaching, counseling, case management, education, or related fields preferred.

  • Experience assisting individuals with employment placement, career planning, or professional development.

  • Knowledge of local labor market trends, workforce programs, and employment resources.

  • Strong coaching, mentoring, and motivational skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.

  • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and individuals facing employment barriers.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual communication platforms.

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

Desired Skills

  • Career coaching and workforce development

  • Resume writing and interview preparation

  • Employment placement and job retention

  • Motivational interviewing

  • Goal setting and action planning

  • Training facilitation and workshop delivery

  • Relationship building and networking

  • Professional development coaching

  • Resource navigation and advocacy

  • Case management collaboration

  • Documentation and reporting

  • Communication and leadership development

Why Join Linwalk Creative Solutions?

At Linwalk Creative Solutions, we believe employment is more than a paycheck. It is a pathway to independence, stability, confidence, and opportunity. As a Career Development Coach, you will play a direct role in helping individuals transform their lives through meaningful employment and career growth. Every coaching session, job placement, and success story contributes to stronger families, stronger communities, and brighter futures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Linwalk Creative Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, contractors, applicants, interns, and program staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.