Internship Program Director Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

CAREER COORDINATOR

A Day in the Life:

The Career Coordinator works to develop pathways toward employment and self-sufficiency for students by building a portfolio of quality employment experiences. The Career Coordinator is an onsite full-time non-exempt position who reports to the Program Director.

This position operates in a highly scheduled environment but may require longer hours and occasional weekend work and minimal travel as job duties demand. The Career Coordinator position involves a moderate physical demand. 

All the Responsibilities We’ll Trust You With:

• Assist students in assessing an inventory of related employment skills and interests

• Develop student pre-employment skills and resources within the career portfolio

• Support student on-the-job experiences 

• Manage and grow relationships between CIP and employers

• Maintain vocational and career-building curriculum and assist in student career exploration

• Teach vocational/career-building and pre-vocational classes as well as provide career counseling in areas such as interview preparation, job search, correspondence, etc.

• Locate potential internship, community service, and volunteering opportunities for students

• Collaborate with sponsor employers to arrange for student placements

• Track student engagement (e.g., hours) in community service involvement as well as vocational activities

• Coordinate with student internship site supervision, as needed

• Supervise career coaches

• Report out student career progress to the rest of the direct support team in Team Review

*Other Duties as Assigned

Qualities You Possess:

• The Career Coordinator will possess exceptional communication skills, precise attention to detail, superior organization and prioritization skills and self-motivation in managing tasks to completion. They will have genuine empathy and awareness of the needs and sensitivities of prospective families, students, and staff.

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field is required. Masters degree preferred.

• Proficient with office utility computer software programs and a quick learner in new technologies is required.

• Education, training, or career experience in approaches, methods, and supports for persons with autism spectrum disorder and/or learning differences, specifically in the vocational or employment area.

• Experience in the field of autism and/or learning disabilities.

• Special education and/or career services or placement background.

• An Active Driver’s license is required. 

Competency-Based Hiring Philosophy 

CIP utilizes a competency-based hiring and development process designed to evaluate candidates on demonstrated skills, experience, leadership capability, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role. Compensation placement within the salary range is determined based on factors including relevant experience, demonstrated competencies, leadership background, industry expertise, and familiarity with CIP's service model and student population. Candidates with direct experience supporting neurodiverse young adults, transition-age programming, residential environments and multidisciplinary educational or support teams may be better positioned for advanced placement within the range. However, the majority of new hires start at the beginning of the salary range. CIP values professional growth and is committed to developing leaders over time through training, mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Accommodations Disabilities Act Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job position.

Affirmative Action Plan (AAP)/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

College Internship Program (CIP) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Team members may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary.