Career Advisor

EDSI•Wharton, TX

3d•$55,000

About The Position

The Career Advisor provides individualized career counseling, job readiness training, and employment placement assistance to WIOA participants, guiding them along career pathways.

Requirements

Possess an educational background to support career coaching decisions
Must be organized and able to efficiently handle several tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated telephone, problem-solving, computer, and written communication skills
Customer service experience required
A working knowledge of MS Office
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Responsibilities

Provide career coaching to WIOA customers, including post placement, to ensure their goals are met in accordance with their designed Individual Employment Plan (IEP)
Build a professional one-on-one working relationship with customers to aid in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment. This includes assessment, individualized coaching, and coordination with staff.
Design a customer-driven IEP
Help customers select appropriate training programs
Accurately review, evaluate, and complete required documentation for WIOA registration eligibility
Prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts in state system of record
Conduct post-placement contacts with WIOA participants that have been exited
Coach, motivate, and encourage all jobseekers in advancing employment, training, and retention goals while providing support in resolving issues that may impede successful job placement and retention
Ensure jobseekers are job ready by reviewing their resumes and skill sets to meet the hiring standards and needs of employers with available positions
Other opportunities as available