Youth Career Advisor (800017)

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

• Provide employment services and support (including life skills, job readiness, and job search) to young adults (16-24)
• Prepare and maintain accurate participant documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines
• Assess participant needs and competencies to create individualized education and employment goals
• Develop and strengthen relationships with participants and community members by effectively communicating
• Ensure regular and timely communications of available opportunities; provide coaching to support goals and job attainment and retention
• Maintain familiarity with available resources for participants' varying demographics and needs
• Aid as needed in program orientation, life skills and job readiness workshops, and front desk coverage
• Engage in team meetings and trainings promoting professional development, service effectiveness, and achievement of metrics
• Initiate community outreach to increase visibility, enhance program awareness, and create cohesion of services with other community resource organizations
• Maintain scheduled, regular contact with participants in a variety of locations to assess job retention/advancement issues

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in social services or related field; minimum two years working with a targeted population is required - experience may be substituted for formal education
• Ability to develop trust and rapport while maintaining professional and productive interactions with a diverse population
• Excellent, inclusive written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work occasional flexible or extended hours, including weekends in an office/community center environment as well as off-site special events and career fairs
• To maintain confidentiality of all forms and other verbal or written information
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of effective youth-adult partnerships
• Strong self-motivation: ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple priorities
• A driver's license in good standing and automobile insurance is required for this driving position

Preferred Qualifications

• Case Management / Career Development experience preferred
• Knowledge and experience in workforce center operations and their programs (WIOA, TANF, SNAP, etc.) and/or interviewing and employment counseling
• Understanding and awareness of the needs of disadvantaged individuals and other persons who face barriers to employment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Business Suite