Career Transitional Specialist Austin Area)

Equus • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree