Career Advisor

Career Team•San Luis Obispo, CA

4d•$52,000 - $54,500•Onsite

About The Position

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services. Work is performed under the supervision of the Project Director. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong communication skills and knowledge about community resources
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make well-thought-out decisions
Must be computer literate and have MS Word and Excel skills at minimum, and the ability to learn Google Suite as well as specialized databases and software systems
Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base with the ability to be culturally sensitive
Ability to motivate career seekers towards achieving goals
Productive in team environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Maintain symbiotic relationships with partner organizations
Ability to meet and exceed set goals and objectives
Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational skills, and communication skills, both oral and written required
Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements
A demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient in maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure
A Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable about San Luis Obispo County and relevant partners and community based resources
Bilingual or multilingual

Responsibilities

Provide information and case management services to the community
Assess jobseekers’ employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods
Serves as a liaison between workforce development programs and community partners
Enter data into and otherwise use and process clients through any participant information system as required
Guide career seekers through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP) based on their specific occupational goals
Stay on top of labor market trends and best practices
Participate in assigned American Job Center activities
Counsel career seekers on available job opportunities, training programs, and other services
Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities
Maintain accurate records, case notes, and documentation in required data systems in compliance with program standards
Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations for career seekers
Follow all policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation
Meet and/or exceed program benchmarks. Participate in all staff-related events as required including but not limited to training, staff meetings, and individual supervision
Complete all required reports within the data management system