Career Counselor (Hybrid)

About the role

At the Anoka County Job Training Center, we are committed to empowering individuals and supporting employers through comprehensive workforce development services. We are looking for a dedicated Career Counselor to help individuals who are unemployed or underemployed find meaningful job opportunities. As a Career Counselor, you will work within various Employment Services programs. This position will work exclusively with the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and serve a caseload of Limited English Speaking Families. This role is essential in connecting our clients with the resources they need to succeed. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services for individuals with employment barriers, helping them access training and employment opportunities.
• Identify and connect participants to workforce and public assistance programs including cash assistance, food support, and healthcare.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with local community partners to ensure comprehensive support for participants.
• Conduct career counseling, assessments, career exploration, and goal-setting sessions, developing personalized employment plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic case records, documenting participant interactions and progress.
• Provide instruction on job search strategies, including offering job leads, resume writing assistance, interview preparation, and application support.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with participants to encourage progress and provide motivation towards achieving their goals.
• Monitor program compliance for public assistance and employment services programs.

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor's degree and at least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred: Degree in psychology, human resources, social work or related field. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience with State of Minnesota's Workforce One (WF1), MAXIS, Caseworks. Knowledge of workforce development programs including Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and Limited English Proficiency (LEP).

Pay

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 28: $50,897 to $68,702.40 annually ($24.47 to $33.03 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options
• Advancement/professional development opportunities

Schedule

Typical work hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Work location

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. This position will work at the Blaine Human Services Center, located at 89th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55434.