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YWCA St Paul is looking for a dedicated passionate and dependable leader to provide management and support to employment services programming including the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) Ramsey County contract and MN Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) Adult Services contract. You will work with the Director of Programs, funders and other stakeholders to ensure program goals, outcomes, compliance, and measurements are achieved. Representing YWCA St Paul in the community promoting the YW Works program and YWCA mission. This role is based in St Paul, Minnesota, with a hybrid office environment.

This role spends 50% of their time in leadership and administration:

• Supervising Employment and Economic Development staff (YW Works and Career Services)
• Direct supervision of Case Managers, Data Specialist, Career Navigator and MFIP Extension Coordinator
• Leading supervision & professional development, attending team, leadership and staff meetings/training
• Creating a culture of trust with transparent communication and continuous improvement
• Leading consultation with staff on caseload assignments
• Leading, planning and facilitating African American Culturally Specific employment/career services programming
• Ensuring programming is holistic and uses best practices
• Helping to design and implement systems and tools to assist while promoting accountability at the team and individual level
• Developing, updating and uploading onboarding, training, and internal process documentation to support the team
• Maintaining and updating SharePoint program site

40% of their time in Program Management:

• Managing the YWCA contract with Ramsey County and DEED to provide MFIP Employment Services and Career Services
• Working with the Database Specialist and the Program Department to ensure internal database (Workforce 1) is used and aligned with programming outcomes
• Reviewing program data at least monthly to improve program outcomes ensuring goals, outcomes and measurements are met
• Coordinating partnerships with other Workforce Solutions MFIP providers
• Leading programming to advance employment access and advancement. Engaging participants to advance adult education and career goals while helping with basic support services
• Collaborating with Transitional Housing Program Manager to implement the Housing Stability Initiative (HSI) Grant

10% of their time-YWCA Agency

• Representing YWCA St Paul in the community to promote the employment services programming and YWCA Mission throughout committee work with those that advance best practices and economic development and/or required working groups/trainings by Ramsey County
• Promoting YWCA guiding principles, equity statement, facilitating staff meetings and contributing to agency communications

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, or related field or three years or more experience in business and/or program management and development-or the equivalent in work experience
• Proven record of accomplishment of growth and success in meeting outcome goals
• Commitment and ability to work with diverse populations
• Experience in managing/supervising in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in time management and meeting deadlines
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to manage conflict constructively and holistically
• Basic ability in Office 365 Microsoft Suite with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Access to reliable transportation for day travel.
• Committed to a workplace that values diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Desire to learn about and incorporate equity and racial justice lenses into program, structures, and processes

Preferred:

• Experience working with Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and related recording systems
• Experience with Workforce One Data Management System
• Experience with employment/career case management: adult education
• Two years minimum of managerial/supervisory experience

YWCA St. Paul offers a competitive benefits package and compensation is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The hiring range for this position is $58,000 -$62,000 annually. Covid vaccination is needed.

Come join our team at the YWCA St. Paul and be a part of an organization that is making a difference in our community. The YWCA St. Paul is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and work in a collaborate environment where we celebrate and appreciate each other, please complete the Employment Application at: https://www.ywcastpaul.org/jobs

Send application, resume, cover letter to:hr@ywcastpaul.org

YWCA St. Paul, 375 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102

The YWCA St. Paul is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are hiring a full-time Housing Navigator to provide case management services to participants in our Housing Programs, including intake, screening, referrals, and monitoring. This position ensures that participants have goals, written plans, and the support to achieve the goals. The Housing Navigator builds and maintains community relationships to ensure effective coordination of services.
The pay range for this position is $22.00-$24.00/ hour.

In this role, you will:

• Provide case management services to housing program participants, including intake and screening, referrals and monitoring, which includes following-up with transitional housing program participants 6 months post-exit.
• Work with participants to identify goals and barriers and develop written plans.
• Serve as an advocate and referral source for participants in need of domestic violence screening and assessment, counseling, and crisis services.
• Facilitate new resident orientations, life skills programming sessions, and other resident meetings.
• Provide crisis case management and de-escalation.
• Maintain confidential case files, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Build and maintain community relationships to ensure effective coordination of services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field. Minimum of two years of
  experience in case management.
• Commitment and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to manage conflict constructively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  Skilled in managing time and meeting deadlines. Basic ability in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a safe, reliable and insured vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in the non-profit sector. Bilingual (Spanish, Hmong, Karen or Somali)

YWCA St. Paul offers a competitive benefits package, and compensation is dependent upon experience and qualifications. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and work in a collaborative environment where we celebrate and appreciate each other, we encourage you to apply!
How to apply:

1. Download and complete our application at Careers – YWCA St. Paul (ywcastpaul.org)
2. Send your completed application with your resume and cover letter to:
Email: hr@ywcastpaul.org
Fax: 651-305-1602

The YWCA St. Paul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Participates in the £-Verify Program.

Have you been on a swimming team or taught swimming lessons?
Come teach swimming lessons with us and make a difference in our community!

We are hiring multiple swim instructors with experience teaching swimming lessons on weekends, with more opportunities and hours in the summer!
Swim Instructors will work various shifts teaching private and group swim lessons. Swim Instructors are responsible for providing swimming instruction to all ages, following YWCA St Paul swim lesson guidelines while providing excellent customer service, promoting member safety and satisfaction, and ensuring an enjoyable experience.

In this position you will:

• Instruct individual and group swim lessons at all levels (parent-tot to adult), with the ability to demonstrate skills
• Regularly communicate with parent/guardian regarding progress updates
• Evaluate students and recommend placements for future classes
• Know and understand all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately
• Understand and communicate policies and guidelines for the pool and whirlpool
• Administer first aid as needed
• Completed all required administrative work

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 15 with the ability to teach groups up to 9 students
• Experience teaching swimming lessons/certification preferred
• Flexibility in combining multiple ages, levels, and abilities, as needed
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy unsafe situations and swimmers needing assistance
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with all ages
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with diverse groups

Commitment to providing exceptional customer service to members and guests
The pay range for this position is $16-$17.50 per hour based on experience.
Come join our team at the YWCA St. Paul and be a part of an organization that is making a difference in our community.

The YWCA St. Paul is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Send application and resume to:hr@ywcastpaul.org
YWCA St. Paul, 375 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
The YWCA St. Paul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Participates in the E-Verify Program.