Youth Career Advisor - WIOA

Job Title: Youth Career Advisor – WIOA Program. In this full‑time role, you will provide career counseling, intensive case management, and follow‑up services to young adults eligible for the WIOA program, supporting their success in employment, training, and education. Responsibilities Provide information and case management services to community members interested in WIOA Youth services. Complete intake and eligibility determination for workforce programs. Assess job seekers’ employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods. Serve as a liaison between workforce development programs and community partners and resources. Offer all youth participants the required 14 Youth Program Elements as part of your case management. Support Youth participants who enter into Work Experience (WEX) opportunities, ensuring their success and employer satisfaction working with the team. Create and foster relationships with area juvenile justice centers and school districts. Enter data into Work In Texas and process clients through any participant information system as required. Guide job seekers through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP) based on their specific occupational or education goals. Stay on top of labor market trends and best practices in career and training paths. Counsel clients on available job and education opportunities, training programs, and other services. Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities. Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations for clients. Follow all policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation. Maintain accurate individual case files in Work In Texas for each registered customer ensuring compliance requirements are met. Meet and/or exceed program benchmarks. Participate in all staff‑related events as required, including training, staff meetings, and individual supervision. Complete all required reports within the data management system. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong communication skills and knowledge about community resources. Possess strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make well‑thought‑out decisions. Must be computer literate and have minimum MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn specialized databases and software systems. Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base and be culturally sensitive. Ability to serve as a role model to customers and motivate them towards achieving goals. Ability to meet and exceed set goals and objectives. Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational skills, and verbal and written communication skills. Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient while maintaining confidentiality. Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure. A valid driver’s license. Additional Skills and Knowledge Bilingual or multilingual. Strong multitasking abilities and proactive approach to tasks. Training in Trauma‑Informed Care, evidence‑based practice, and/or whole family services. Employment Details Employment type: Full‑time, Non‑Exempt Employee. Location: North Central Texas. Job site: Onsite. Salary: $45,000 – $55,000 per year. Travel: 20% within the region. Background Check Requirements Employment is contingent upon a successful background check (including criminal, prior employment, and education verification). Failure to complete the background check may affect application status or continued employment. Equal Opportunity Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr Career Team