Career Advisor

Career Advisor (800017)

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

Build a professional one-on-one working relationship with clients to aid in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment. This includes: assessment, individualized attention and coordination

Provide consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up

Conduct new customer orientation

Help to ensure that positive outcomes and goals are met as required by contract

Maintain organized database of clients and keep detailed documentation of all contacts with clients

Ensure participants follow through with planned activities as outlined in contract with funding agency

Provide individualized assessment of work, provide referrals to appropriate community service or social service agencies when needed

Accurately complete required documentation for enrollment

Document all participant contacts and activities in case notes and ensure that post-placement contacts are made as required by specific contract

Create solutions to participant attendance problems

Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed (participation, placement)

Develop and maintain expertise on service delivery practices, including the coordination of introductory workshops, the facilitation of weekly workshops, the issuance of grants in accordance with predetermined allocation targets, and collection of placement data

Deliver metric-based services to ensure a business-driven curriculum, a high quality of presentation, a satisfactory participation rate, clear messaging of next steps, and a tangible output

Work collaboratively with the business services team to identify which jobs are available, what qualifications are needed, and which workshops and trainings can best prepare jobseekers for these positions

Develop and maintain a standard communication plan to keep staff aware of center-wide issues and their role in meeting operational goals

Participate in activities including training, capacity building, and professional development - Work with leadership to identify operational challenges and to design and implement process improvements

Provide state-wide operational support and coverage, as needed

Assist in the intake services for the Center

Provide operations support for all compliance driven standards

May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to their job responsibilities

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Ability to maintain flexibility as needs of contract or contractor require

A working knowledge of MS Office and Google docs

Two years of experience in career advisement and development, workshop facilitation, developing workforce curriculum, public speaking and content development

Ability to prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts

Demonstrated telephone, computer and strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to thrive in environments with multiple stakeholders, frequent change, and diverse objectives

Professional understanding of a vast array of occupations and career paths, ideally including those in the healthcare field

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, social services, healthcare and/or communications

Customer service experience required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.