THIS ASSIGNMENT ENDS JUNE 30, 2025At the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. we have over 40 years' experience in providing workforce, education and early childhood educational services to the communities we serve. The Part-Time Re-Entry Specialist will have the opportunity to work with a diverse population of young adults, offering intensive mentoring services to help them with overcoming barriers, find training and/or employment, and achieve their goals. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, organizational and interviewing skills, as well as the ability to multi-task. POSITION: PART-TIME RE-ENTRY SPECIALIST PURPOSE: Mentor, support, and guide young adults (ages 18-24) in maneuvering through the available programs in their county by providing support, academic enrichment opportunities, job readiness and life skills, vocational training, and goal setting and obtainment. Actively mentor, recruit, and maintain files for all young adults in the program. JOB REQUIREMENTS and ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations: Alternative hours; alternative locations Mental Concentration: Considerable concentration consistently Interruptions: Occur constantly Physical Efforts: Light physical effort in a predominately sitting position Special Demands: Driving, traveling, and potential eyestrain. Special Requirements: Current Act 33, Act 34, FBI/DPW and NSOR clearance documentation at hire. Valid driver's license, verification of car insurance coverage, as well as reliable transportation (validated yearly minimum) Duties may include any or all of the following: This list is intended to be representative. 01. Recruit participants for the PIC Re-Entry Young Adult Program 02. Build relationships with other community programs 03. Mentor young adult from referral through completion of program 04. Test, evaluate, and critique young adults' knowledge, resumes, and classroom activity through personal mentoring/case management sessions 05. Maintain contact with all young adults using follow up procedures 06. Maintain young adult case records, data entry and prepare and update progress reports 07. Attend seminars, meetings, and counseling sessions, as required 08. Complete reports, forms, timecards and other paperwork as required QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Education, Social Work or related Field. Commitment to obtain the National Family Development Credential and successfully complete the Correctional Assessment and Intervention System (CAIS) training within 6 months of hire. Experience: Two (2) years case management or mentoring/advocacy experience working with young adults in the justice system preferred.*THIS ASSIGNMENT ENDS JUNE 30, 2025 **PLEASE CLICK "APPLY" ON PACAREERLINK PA. GOV. AND SEE "FOLLOW-UP INSTRUCTIONS" *