Veteran Workforce Consultant (Employment Coach) - Trident (REPOST)
This is a repost; previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
About the role
Business is booming in South Carolina! The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker with their next great career opportunity. The agency offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance.
Job Description
The Veteran Workforce Consultant serves within the Employment Services (ES) division in the Trident Region. ES programs improve the functioning of the labor market by bringing together individuals seeking employment and employers seeking workers. The SC Works system provides jobseekers with career guidance, job referrals, assessments, and résumé assistance, while offering employers free tools for posting job openings, recruiting and screening candidates, and reviewing job market trends. The role performs customer-focused case management and career planning to identify barriers to employment and develop solutions for clients. This position requires scheduled travel to Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.
Responsibilities
- Conduct needs assessments and assist in developing Individualized Employment Plans.
- Provide career counseling, work search activities, and skill advancement information.
- Assist with ES programs such as Wagner-Peyser, TAA, MSFW, and Veteran Services Program.
- Greet customers, perform initial assessments, and refer them to appropriate programs.
- Review Veteran Intake forms and schedule comprehensive assessments.
- Provide workforce services operated by SC DEW in SC Works Centers.
- Refer work-ready clients to Business Consultants and notify them of jobs posted through SC Works.
- Develop relationships with community resources for seamless referrals.
- Provide ongoing support to SC Works Centers and all workforce programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma with a minimum of four years of experience providing client-centered case management, counseling, or a related field.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience providing client-centered case management, counseling, or a related field (preferred).
Benefits
- Job security
- Affordable health insurance
- Great retirement benefits
- Work-life balance
Additional Information
Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Applicants must complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education; a resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.