Career Counselor

About the role

The Career Counselor, working as part of the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Team, evaluates individuals who face significant barriers to employment to determine their readiness and eligibility for various training programs and/or employment services. The position focuses on guiding clients toward opportunities that help them secure and sustain meaningful, gainful employment and long-term careers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates individuals who face significant barriers to employment to determine their readiness and eligibility for various training programs and/or employment services.
• Guides job seekers in defining and developing their Career Action Plan.
• Verifies and documents their eligibility and suitability for federal grant programs.
• Affords assistance in identifying and applying for suitable, approved training opportunities.
• Supports trainees in maintaining good academic standing.
• Helps to secure employment for training graduates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, social services, psychology, or related field OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and five (5) years of relevant experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Three (3) years of experience in career counseling, case management, and/or job development and retention.
• Experience providing services or support to individuals from varied cultural, educational, or socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of related experience in career counseling, case management, and/or job development and retention.
• Bounce Training Program Certified.
• Certification in resume writing and critiquing.
• Two (2) years of experience working with local community-based organizations.
• Two (2) years of experience working with local trade and vocational skills training providers.
• Experience working with ex-offenders, people in early recovery, and/or at-risk populations.