Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$20/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer l…
Skills: Career Exploration, Job Readiness Training, Case Management, Youth Mentorship, Partnership Development
Ross Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Leadership, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Personnel Management
Butler Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Cashiering, Sales Floor Support, Donation Processing, Pricing, Material Handling
Butler Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Management, Leadership
Indiana Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Management, Leadership
Indiana Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Cashiering, Sales Floor Support, Donation Processing, Pricing, Material Handling
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Management, Leadership
New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Retail Management, Leadership, Budgeting, Profit Optimization, Customer Service
New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$20/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Management, Leadership
Washington, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Cashiering, Sales Floor Support, Donation Processing, Pricing, Material Handling
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$55k–$60k/yr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Calendar Management, Executive Support, Payroll Administration, Expense Tracking, Meeting Logistics
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$25/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer l…
Skills: Staff Supervision, Program Planning, Financial Oversight, Youth Workforce Development, Compliance Management
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$47k–$49k/yr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Curriculum Development, Instructional Techniques, Training Coordination, Human Services Best Practices, Facilitation
Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$26/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Employee Relations, Recruitment, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Performance Management
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Recruitment, Onboarding, HRIS, ATS, Data Entry
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Administrative Support, Research, Report Preparation, Clerical Functions, Correspondence
Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States · On-site
Goodwill of North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer…
Skills: Material Movement, Warehouse Organization, Equipment Operation, Inventory Stocking, Freight Handling
North Huntingdon Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$19/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Active Listening, Personnel Management, Retail Operations
Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States · On-site
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Forklift Operation, Material Handling, Warehouse Organization, Loading and Unloading, Inventory Storage
East McKeesport, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$26/hr
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwi…
Skills: Employee Relations, Recruitment, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Performance Management
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • On-site
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The Youth Employment Specialist provides career exploration and job readiness training to adjudicated and at-risk youth to improve employment outcomes. This includes facilitating the JumpStart Success program and developing partnerships with local employers and community organizations.
Candidates must have a degree in Human Services, Education, Social Work, or a related field, with experience working with at-risk or adjudicated youth. Required clearances include Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and PATCH.
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer life-changing work on a mission-minded team. We are 1,000 working as one and each of us is essential to helping our community thrive. For three years running, Goodwill has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s “Most Inspiring Companies”.
We offer a wide range of career opportunities ranging from entry-level to management in retail, human services, and administrative fields. Learn more about working at Goodwill. You can help. We can show you how.
The Youth Employment Specialist plays a key role in supporting adjudicated and/or at-risk youth by providing carerr exploration services and job readiness training that aligns with the department and individual program objectives. This position delivers services both on site and in the community, helping particiapants to identify and work towrds goals, develop skills, and access employment opportunities that in turn increase and aid in the likelihood of retention and successful program outcomes. The Employment Specialist works closely with youth participants to ensure their needs are met, a safe and supportive environment is maintained, and individual progess aligns with program goals. In addition to connecting particpants with relevant services and resources, the Youth Employment Specialist facilitates JumpStart Success a job readiness and career exploration training program designed to prepare youth enrolled in programming for long term success in the workforce.
Status: Full-time
Location: 118 52nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
External Hiring Range: $20.00-$20.90/hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, some evenings and weekends may be required. Schedule can vary depending on department needs.
Travel: Yes, some travel will be required.
Required Degree(s): Must be Human Services, Education, Teaching, Social Work, Communications, or related field.
Required Experience: Must be related to working with youth and/or young adults and low-income and at-risk youth, and/or experience with foster care and/or adjudicated youth.
We strengthen communities, advance reuse and sustainability, and empower people to achieve their potential.
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a human service agency and network of not-for-profit businesses whose mission is to help people overcome barriers to employment and enjoy the dignity and benefits of work and improved quality of life. With a mission to transform lives, we are a caring, dedicated, and passionate team who are difference makers in the communities we serve. We believe that each team member is vital to the success that happen every day in our programs. In addition to offering opportunities to make a real difference for people in the communities we serve, we provide opportunities to work, grow and learn. We proudly offer competitive compensation and impressive benefits packages for both full-time and part-time positions. A career at Goodwill means constant growth. You have the opportunity to learn not only from on-the-job experiences, but also through mentorship and career development programs designed to challenge you to reach your potential. Visit our site now at www.goodwillswpa.org/work-at-goodwill to learn more about how to become a part of our team.
Offices: Robert S. Foltz Building, 118 52nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, US · Jaqueline Martinko Mitchell Building, 40 Connellsville Street, Uniontown, PA 15401, US · Michael A. Oliverio Building, 1954 Hunters Way, Morgantown, WV 26505, US
We strengthen communities, advance reuse and sustainability, and empower people to achieve their potential.
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a human service agency and network of not-for-profit businesses whose mission is to help people overcome barriers to employment and enjoy the dignity and benefits of work and improved quality of life. With a mission to transform lives, we are a caring, dedicated, and passionate team who are difference makers in the communities we serve. We believe that each team member is vital to the success that happen every day in our programs. In addition to offering opportunities to make a real difference for people in the communities we serve, we provide opportunities to work, grow and learn. We proudly offer competitive compensation and impressive benefits packages for both full-time and part-time positions. A career at Goodwill means constant growth. You have the opportunity to learn not only from on-the-job experiences, but also through mentorship and career development programs designed to challenge you to reach your potential. Visit our site now at www.goodwillswpa.org/work-at-goodwill to learn more about how to become a part of our team.
Offices: Robert S. Foltz Building, 118 52nd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, US · Jaqueline Martinko Mitchell Building, 40 Connellsville Street, Uniontown, PA 15401, US · Michael A. Oliverio Building, 1954 Hunters Way, Morgantown, WV 26505, US
