Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (800017)
Equus Workforce Solutions · Lexington, KY · 2 wk ago
Business Development$19.23/hrFull-time
Talent Development Specialist (WIOA)
Full-time
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual assessment to provide career guidance and counseling to job seeker; with a focus on those who are WIOA eligible.
- Provide detailed case management for each customer to assist in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency;
- Avoidance of administrative tasks such as authorizing and coordinating supportive services like childcare, transportation, etc., and tracking obligations of funds;
- Maintain existing contacts to community resources and develop new ones to further the goals of the program and resulting in success to customers;
- Provide labor market information to all customers;
- Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met;
- Outreach employers, agencies, non-profits and organizations to place eligible participants in a subsidized employment activity.
- Follow-up participant progress in subsidized employment activities, and submit payroll information.
- Provide weekly and monthly reports on progress of the NDW program, expenditures and participant's employment and support services.
Requirements
- Preferred Associate's degree; required H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
- WIOA experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially
- Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives
- Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns
- Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientations
- Valid Driver's license in good standing and automobile insurance required for driving positions
Qualifications
- Preferred Associate's degree; required H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
- WIOA experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially
- Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives
- Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns
- Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientation
- Valid Driver's license in good standing and automobile insurance required for driving positions
Benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pay
$19.23 hourly
Schedule
N/A