Grant Program Coordinator - MassHire Greater New Bedford Workforce B

Job Title: Veterans and Spouse Transitional Grant Program Coordinator
Location: Greater New Bedford, MA Overview: The Veterans and Spouse
Transitional Grant Program Coordinator is a key position responsible for
managing casework and coordinating the program activities related to a
specialized upskill initiative for veterans and their spouses. This role
works in close collaboration with the local MassHire Career Center (MCC)
and the Disabled Veterans? Outreach Program (DVOP) to support
participants in overcoming employment barriers, coordinating training
for careers in local priority industries, job readiness and placement
services, and aligning employment plans with the grant's goals. The
ideal candidate will be responsible for case management and program
coordination for grant activities. Key Responsibilities: o Conduct
Initial Assessments for all Veterans and Spouses entering the MCC o
Refers Candidates to the DVOP for appropriate referrals and services o
Receives referrals for appropriate candidates and conducts intake o
Inform participants about Career Center services, follow up on previous
engagements, and determine the success of prior services while offering
additional support as needed o Identify service or training needs and
ensure appropriate services and training relevant to career readiness in
priority industries o Serve as the primary case manager for veterans and
spouses in the Veterans and Spouses Transitional Assistance program,
guiding them through career pathways and employment plans. o Maintain
regular 30-day contact with a caseload minimum of at least 20
participants via telephone, email, and personal appointments. o
Accurately input and maintain participant data by adhering to MOSES data
entry practices for both interested and enrolled participants o Provide
ongoing support by connecting participants to appropriate internal and
external service referrals, training programs, and job opportunities in
collaboration with the DVOP. o Research and provide information to
interested and enrolled participants on labor market trends and
workplace issues. o Offer services such as resume and cover letter
review, job search strategies, labor market information, job referrals,
and appropriate workshop referrals. o Coordinate grant activities,
ensuring program goals and metrics are achieved and documented. o
Conduct outreach and maintain regular communication with participants to
monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. o Market and recruit
program participants for related programs in the local area o Track and
report on performance metrics, including participant engagement, job
placement rates and retention, training completion, and wage
progression. o Assist with compiling data and preparing reports for
grant oversight. Preferred Qualifications: ? Experience in case
management, preferably within workforce development or social services,
focusing on veterans? services. Familiarity with labor market
information and career pathways in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing,
IT, or Renewable Energy. ? Excellent communication and organizational
skills, with an ability to manage multiple participants' needs and
program activities simultaneously. ? Ability to work effectively in a
collaborative team environment with MCC staff, MWB leadership, and
external partners. ? Familiarity with the population being serviced,
with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources ?
Demonstrated computer skills, with experience using Word, Excel, and
other data entry systems Preferred Qualifications: ? The ideal candidate
will have military experience or be a spouse of a Veteran ?
Understanding of the MassHire Workforce Development system ? Bachelor?s
degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a related field preferred
and/or relative experience working with veterans and/or military
families