Job coach

JobRoad is a non-profit organization with a clear mission: integration through work. We guide people with specific vulnerabilities towards sustainable employment and strongly believe that work plays a key role in full societal participation.
We build bridges between civil society organizations (such as the Public Centre for Social Welfare, the Flemish Employment Service, and tender partners) and companies that consciously choose inclusive employment. With our blind hiring methodology – applying without a CV – we remove barriers for job seekers and support companies in recruiting, selecting, and onboarding more inclusively.
JobRoad works on behalf of local authorities, the Flemish Government, European subsidy funds, employers' and sector organizations, and companies. In this way, we combine societal impact with a strong anchoring in the labor market.
As a Job Coordinator at LAP Mechelen, you intensively guide job seekers from vulnerable target groups towards sustainable employment. You work through individual trajectories of approximately three months, during which you identify talents, create opportunities, and actively involve employers. In concrete terms, this means that you:
screen job seekers and map out their competencies, talents, and growth opportunities
determine a realistic and achievable job target together with them
prepare candidates for job interviews and company visits
actively search for suitable vacancies with inclusive employers in the Mechelen region
maintain existing employer relationships and approach new companies
convince employers to meet candidates via our blind hiring methodology
collaborate with the OCMW, VDAB, and other trajectory partners regarding job opportunities
advise employers on possible forms of employment (IBO, interim, permanent contract, etc.)
follow up on candidates during their first weeks in the workplace
regularly coordinate with partners regarding the progress of trajectories
handle administrative follow-up of your trajectories and contacts
You work independently within your project, but remain in close contact with your colleagues at JobRoad and can always count on their support. Profile
What you need for the job
You are a socially inclusive person, think in terms of possibilities, and get energy when you can truly make a difference for others.
You understand the sensitivities and challenges associated with dealing with our target group in their job search.
You are good at assessing people and seeing what their strengths are or what areas they can improve.
You can work autonomously and enjoy taking initiative.
You are not afraid to be in frequent telephone contact with companies, candidates, career counselors, and colleagues: communication is key in this position.
You are strong organizationally and administratively, and are proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications;
You speak good Dutch and have a good knowledge of English.
You communicate fluently with both clients and candidates.
You have a driver's license and enjoy being on the road (2-3 days/week).
The ideal colleague is someone...
... someone who derives energy from prospecting and building sustainable client relationships. … someone who sees opportunities, takes initiative, and works in a result-oriented manner.
… someone who, with conviction and empathy, guides companies and candidates through an inclusive narrative. Offer
Your salary and fringe benefits
Gross salary according to PC 329.01 – class B2b (salary scales for the socio-cultural work sector)
Category A company car (Audi A1) with fuel card
Flat-rate expense allowance of €135/month
Daily allowance of €6/working day
Eco-vouchers (€250/year)
Mobile phone subscription
How your holidays work
40-hour week
20 statutory vacation days
12 ADV days
Other great benefits
Flexible work schedule
Possibility of working from home
You will learn a great deal about HR, inclusive employment, and the labor market
You will collaborate with various stakeholders within the field
You will join a warm and committed team
### Skills: Providing information, Identifying personal opportunities and obstacles, Strengthening competencies, Analyzing job profiles, Referring to partners