Youth Job Center
Hester Buell is a skilled professional currently serving as the This Way ONward Manager at Youth Job Center since March 2022, after previously holding the position of Assistant Manager from March 2018 to October 2021. Specializing in project planning, client engagement, and curriculum development, Hester has experience in leading workshops, mentoring youth, and conducting research to enhance job readiness programs. Prior roles include Career Advisor and Program Coordinator, focusing on career exploration and summer internship initiatives. With a background in UX/UI design acquired during a certification program at CareerFoundry, Hester has successfully combined educational and operational experience in nonprofit settings and excels in fostering workforce readiness among diverse populations. Hester holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wheaton College.
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Youth Job Center
Success for young people—in the workplace and in life. Youth Job Center (YJC) is a workforce development and job placement agency that prepares young people, ages 14-25, for success in the workplace and in life. YJC provides young adults throughout Chicagoland with Workforce Readiness Training, personalized career coaching, job placement, financial coaching, and barrier reduction services. We have offices in Chicago Heights, Englewood (Chicago), Evanston, and Pilsen (Chicago). Learn more about YJC or become a member today: http://www.youthjobcenter.org