Job Type: Ministerial

Reports to: Director of Workforce Development

Position Description
This full-time, hourly, benefited position supports job training students and community members in achieving employment and career goals. This role provides individualized career coaching, job readiness training, resume and interview support, and job search assistance. The Career Navigator collaborates closely with training instructors, employers, and community partners to connect participants with meaningful employment opportunities. While the position primarily serves students enrolled in Catholic Charities job training programs, it also extends services to members of the public seeking career guidance.

The Workforce Development program empowers clients to achieve financial independence and thriving households by offering on-site job training, job readiness education, and career guidance that foster upward economic mobility.

Ministerial

As a ministerial representative of CCEOK, maintain professional and personal conduct that aligns with the ethical and moral standards of the Catholic Church

Pray daily for the needs of the poor through personal prayer, daily Mass, and/or adoration

Be willing to learn and apply Catholic teaching in this role

Help foster a shared culture of ministry across program operations and management

Leadership

Embrace CCEOK's vision and recognize the vital role you play in advancing our mission, strategy, and goals

Contribute to a culture of shared learning that encourages curiosity, personal and professional growth, and a commitment to excellence

Lead by example as a peer mentor to colleagues and volunteers, consistently demonstrating teamwork, positivity, and dedication to our shared purpose

Career Navigation

Conduct intake interviews and assessments to identify client strengths, goals, and barriers

Develop individualized career plans with clients

Guide clients through resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies,



and application processes

Connect clients to supportive services (transportation, childcare, housing, etc.) in collaboration with other CCEOK programs, including case management

Maintain consistent communication with job training students, meeting regularly to monitor progress and address challenges

Facilitate life skills workshops and job readiness training as needed

Volunteer Engagement

Recruit, engage, and support volunteers who provide mentoring, mock interviews, and career readiness assistance

Train volunteers to align their service with program goals and CCEOK's mission

Coordinate volunteer schedules and match them with student and client needs

Recognize and value volunteer contributions, ensuring they have meaningful experiences

Budget Management/Fund Sourcing

Track and manage resources for job search and training-related materials

Provide input on program data for grants, funding proposals, and donor updates

Client/Guest Interaction

Serve as a qualified and supportive resource for students and community members

Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and respect in all interactions

Community Outreach

Build and maintain relationships with local employers to create pipelines for student placement

Collaborate with workforce boards, employment agencies, and other community partners

Represent the program at job fairs, community events, and networking opportunities

Qualifications/Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field preferred

Minimum 2 years of experience in career services, workforce development, case management, or related field

Strong communication, organizational, and coaching skills

Familiarity with employment resources, labor market trends, and local employer networks

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including individuals facing barriers to employment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and career services software

Commitment to working in a mission-driven, faith-based nonprofit environment

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📌 Career Navigator – Workforce Development (Quebec City)
🏢 Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma
📍 Quebec City