Job Description: Title: TANF Youth Workforce Connector Classification: Non-Exempt Salary: $48,000/year Scope of Position: Build relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations to connect participants to available services and to aid individuals who need further assistance. Essential Functions Build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations Provide individualized assessment of work, family and personal development needs and opportunities Conduct eligibility determination and case management Conduct intake assessments to create Individual Service Strategies (ISS) to guide customers on their path to employment Provide referrals to appropriate programs, community service sites, or social service agencies when needed Track youth progress toward education, training, and employment outcomes Ensure compliance with TANF requirements and documentation standards Recruit applicants through outreach strategies including satellite sites, job fairs, schools, community organizations, and referral partners Disseminate information about our program to community-based organizations Facilitate workshops and coordinate onsite presentations by community partners on topics relevant to customers’ needs Meet performance criteria on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed Act as liaison between various departments to meet customer needs Other opportunities as available Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma required; associate degree or some college preferred Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Regional travel is required Able to work fully onsite, fully virtual, or in a hybrid environment Clean driving record, valid Driver’s License, and reliable vehicle required EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our Mission Statement We must strive to create enthusiasm in our clients, see through their eyes, understand their needs and deliver more than they expect. Why We Do What We Do At EDSI *We believe we can help our customers overcome their most challenging obstacles *We believe in seeing through other people's eyes *We believe that we can make a difference in people's lives *We believe in meeting people where they are today and helping them to realize a better tomorrow *We believe in living our professional lives in service to others EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is a national workforce development, training solutions and consulting company with a passion for helping great companies and communities train and retain great people. EDSI works with regions, employers and jobseekers to overcome their most challenging obstacles. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, the company employs more than 800 people across the country. EDSI is a National Best and Brightest® Companies To Work For award winner. For over 45 years, EDSI has worked with workforce development agencies, regional partners and employers to assess and understand workforce development needs and deliver solutions to build better workforces. The company operates more than 120 contracts providing successful business services and jobseeker placement and retention services across the country. EDSI also provides world class training and consulting solutions to a variety of corporations, public entities and governmental agencies. Our history of success stems directly from our commitment to providing our clients with the absolute highest level of service through our diverse and talented team.