Career Navigator
Five Keys Schools and ProgramsOakland, California, United States
Posted March 25, 2026
29 - 32
Full Time
About the Company
Five Keys Schools and Programs is a national nonprofit education management organization that operates accredited charter schools and comprehensive educational programs for transitional‑aged youth and adults across more than 70 sites in California. Since its 2003 inception as the nation’s first charter school inside a county jail, Five Keys has expanded its mission to restore communities through a blend of high‑school diploma pathways, career and technical training, digital literacy, ESL, and cognitive‑behavioral recovery services. The organization also provides case management, correctional education consulting, college access support, and workforce development initiatives that facilitate successful reentry and transitional employment. Five Keys’ distinctive approach combines evidence‑based education with targeted human services, positioning it as a leader in reentry education and community transformation.
Job Description
Five Keys Career Navigator reports to the Assistant Director of Workforce Services and is accountable for enrolling, supporting, and tracking outcomes for clients in the Keys to Work program. The Career Navigator will perform targeted recruitment, complete candidate intake, administer vocational assessments, and develop individual employment plans.
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field
- A minimum of one year experience in Workforce Development required
- Previous re-entry experience preferred
- Background in providing case management, life coaching, or support to adults and young adult clients who have barriers to education and employment, including involvement with the criminal justice system
Benefits
- Very low monthly costs for medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous time off
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
- Retirement account 403(b)
- Annual reimbursements up to $100 towards gym membership, smoking cessation, and weight loss programs
- Annual athletic event participation and annual massages are reimbursed up to $50
- Free wellness-related apps
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive mental health care platform
