Jobcoach / Berufsberater*in / Ausbildungsbegleitung (m/w/divers)
Core
Jobcoach supporting young adults with difficult starting conditions in vocational training, from program intake through apprenticeship, providing career counseling and bridging the gap between youth and training companies.
Role type
Vocational counselor / Job coach
Builds
Vocational training placements and successful integration of young adults into the workforce
Domain
Social work / Vocational education and training
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Career counseling, vocational guidance, stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, network building, administrative coordination
Preferred skills
Knowledge of the German vocational training system, experience with refugees, familiarity with over 10 vocational trades
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Accompany participants from program intake through the start of their apprenticeship; Support young adults in career orientation, field selection, and job applications; Mentor apprentices facing difficulties in companies, vocational schools, or private life; Act as contact person for youth, training companies, vocational school teachers, social workers, and parents; Establish and maintain contacts with companies and expand the partner network; Advise companies on training-related questions; Communicate with government offices and authorities regarding individual needs; Support internal and external events and workshops; Conduct workshops on application and training topics; Document and coordinate program progress with public institutions and volunteers