Career Transitional Specialist Austin Area)

Equus • Austin, TX

3d • Remote

About The Position

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.
This is a remote role within Austin Area with occasional office visits. A minimum of an associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field, and two years related experience.
Assess graduates/former trainee's placement readiness, provide appropriate referrals and accompanying support services in accordance with DOL, Center, and ResCare requirements
Ensures timely placement and retention of assigned graduates and former enrollees in quality jobs, the military, or further education and training opportunities
Promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, JTPA, and State Employment Agencies
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field; or
• Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field, and two years related experience. Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs.
• Experience working with diverse youth.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Assess graduates/former trainee's placement readiness, provide appropriate referrals and accompanying support services in accordance with DOL, Center, and ResCare requirements
• Ensures timely placement and retention of assigned graduates and former enrollees in quality jobs, the military, or further education and training opportunities
• Promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, JTPA, and State Employment Agencies
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs.
• But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees