Career Advisor - WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker

Career Team•Deep East, TX

3h•$37,000 - $41,000•Onsite

About The Position

Career Team is hiring an Adult and Dislocated Worker Career Advisor to provide career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services to participants in the Adult or Dislocated Worker Program. The role supports participants pursuing employment, training, and education by assessing their needs, helping them plan for career goals, connecting them with resources, and tracking their progress. The position is onsite, full-time, non-exempt, and involves 15% travel within the region.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong communication skills and knowledge of community resources.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to make well-considered decisions.
Computer literacy, including at least MS Word and Excel skills, and the ability to learn specialized databases and software systems.
Ability to work in varied settings with a culturally diverse customer base and demonstrate cultural sensitivity.
Ability to serve as a role model and motivate customers toward achieving goals.
Ability to meet and exceed goals and objectives.
Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational, and oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, and highly confidential.
Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
Strong multitasking abilities and a proactive approach to tasks.
Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services.

Responsibilities

Provide information and case management services to community members interested in WIOA services.
Assess job seekers’ employment, abilities, and training needs through interviews, testing, and other methods.
Serve as a liaison between workforce development programs, community partners, and resources.
Enter data into Work In Texas and process clients through required participant information systems.
Guide job seekers in preparing individual employment plans based on their occupational goals.
Stay current on labor market trends and best practices in career and training paths.
Counsel clients on job opportunities, training programs, and other available services.
Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities.
Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations.
Follow policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation.
Maintain accurate individual case files in Work In Texas, ensuring required eligibility documents and compliance requirements are met.
Meet or exceed program benchmarks and participate in required staff events, including training, staff meetings, and individual supervision.
Complete required reports within the data management system.