Applications will be screened as they are submitted. The position will be closed as soon as a qualified candidate pool is identified.
To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter.
The Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas Operates Workforce Centers in El Dorado, Wichita, and Wellington. Workforce Centers assist employers with labor exchange functions and assist job seekers with job searches and upskilling.
The Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas offers a wide range of benefits including.
Paid Time Off
Health/Dental/Vision/Short Term Disability/ and other various benefits
State of Kansas Observed Holidays
Retirement account matching up to 3% of pay upon 6 months of employment with no vesting period
YMCA Corporate Membership program
Employee Assistance Program
We have the best partnerships with government and community agencies, and enjoy working in collaboration in the community
Great staff who are dedicated to our mission and vision who work together to reach our desired outcomes
The Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas is an E-Verify participating employer and all employees must be able on their first day of employment to document they are eligible to work in the United States of America.
The Workforce Alliance is also an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Name: New Position
Salary Range: $15.50-$21.50 per hour
Primary Work Hours: M-Th 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., F 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Work Location: Wichita Workforce Center
Reports To: Youth Program Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Prepared Date: 10/15/2025
Last Update Date: n/a
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
The Youth Workforce Professional will support the program operations of the Youth Programs of the Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas. The position will work with customers ages 14-25 to conduct intake, eligibility, assessments, case management, referrals and will support Workforce Center events and youth recruitment.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support and promote the overall brand of the Youth Program
Provide customers with a professional, warm, and inviting welcome
Assist other Workforce Center Teams with high-volume activities, including check-in, workshops, job fairs, and drop-in customer flow
Provide services and Youth Program Elements to Out of School youth ages 16-24 as outlined below:
Maintain monthly contact with customer assigned to the caseload through one-on-one case management
Attend Workforce Center training sessions as appropriate
Provide support for planning and execution of meetings, events, including workshops, job fairs and information sessions
Facilitate or deliver training classes/workshops to youth and other customers
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends in workforce development and youth services including Workforce Center Policy and Procedures
Must be able to attend and support events that occur occasionally during the evenings and weekends
Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Strong knowledge of Workforce Centers Services, program eligibility and customer flow and integrated service delivery model
Maintain a collaborative and supportive presence at all times and support multiple teams and partners with superior customer service
Navigate various systems simultaneously
Dependability- Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
Proficient in Microsoft Office —Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Strong Customer Service skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and departments
Experience with electronic database or management information systems
Experience in workforce development programs or case management
Experience in facilitation of group meetings/discussions
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
PHYSICAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to conduct day travel across South Central Kansas.
Work Environment:
The Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.