Career Advisor

Description

Northwest Center is in search for its next Career Advisor. This role involves teaming up with leaders and HR to help employees on SourceAmerica contracts design career plans, offer coaching, and enhance job readiness. The Career Advisor will connect teams and resources to support employee success and contribute to the SourceAmerica AbilityOne program.

About the role

Northwest Center is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The ideal candidate should meet some of the requirements, share the organization's values, and support its mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3+ years in vocational or disability-support setting
• Experience working with career counseling or workforce development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong networking, communication, and case-management skills
• Valid WA drivers license, insurance, personal transportation, and acceptable 5-year driving record
• Ability to travel throughout the Puget Sound region and work a flexible schedule
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and mentor a diverse workforce

What We Can Offer

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
• 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holiday days annually after one year
• Parental Leave & Paid Compassion Leave
• Retirement 401(K) with a company match
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
• Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
• Opportunity to become a mentor or mentee through NWC’s Mentorship Match program
• Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25/month
• Student Loan Contribution Program - $50/month
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

Additional Compensation

• $5.09 Per hour

What you'll be doing

• Build, coach, and track individualized career plans
• Conduct career assessments and job-readiness training (resumes, applications, interviews)
• Support employees with education/career pathway navigation (applications, financial aid, disability services, ABLE accounts)
• Maintain timely case documentation (DQD, PEI) and prepare reports for internal review and audits
• Review disability documentation and coordinate with physicians, mental-health providers, VR agencies, and VA for AbilityOne qualification
• Aid with onboarding paperwork and HRIS access; monitor progress and participate in case reviews
• Develop community partnerships and conduct outreach to expand candidate pipelines and training opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned