Career Counselor (Hybrid)

County of Anoka • Blaine, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

At the Anoka County Job Training Center, we are committed to empowering individuals and supporting employers through comprehensive workforce development services. We are looking for a dedicated Career Counselor to help individuals who are unemployed or underemployed find meaningful job opportunities. As a Career Counselor, you will work within various Employment Services programs. This position will work exclusively with the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and serve a caseload of Limited English Speaking Families. This role is essential in connecting our clients with the resources they need to succeed. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of Sept. 28, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in psychology, human resources, social work or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with State of Minnesota’s Workforce One (WF1), MAXIS, Caseworks
• Knowledge of workforce development programs including Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
• Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services for individuals with employment barriers, helping them access training and employment opportunities.
• Identify and connect participants to workforce and public assistance programs including cash assistance, food support, and healthcare.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with local community partners to ensure comprehensive support for participants.
• Conduct career counseling, assessments, career exploration, and goal-setting sessions, developing personalized employment plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic case records, documenting participant interactions and progress.
• Provide instruction on job search strategies, including offering job leads, resume writing assistance, interview preparation, and application support.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with participants to encourage progress and provide motivation towards achieving their goals.
• Monitor program compliance for public assistance and employment services programs.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off
• up to 12.5 paid holidays
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level