College Career Advisor

Career Team•El Paso, TX

1d•$48,000 - $52,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Career Team is looking to hire a College Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services to participants pursuing postsecondary education and training pathways. This role connects jobseekers and students with college, certificate, and credential programs aligned to in-demand careers. Work is performed under the supervision of the Program Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong communication skills and knowledge about community and postsecondary education resources
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make well-thought-out decisions
Must be computer literate with MS Word and Excel skills at minimum, and the ability to learn 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 serve as a role model to customers and motivate them toward achieving goals
Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational, and communication skills, both oral and written
Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements
A Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Experience advising students on college admissions, financial aid, or postsecondary persistence
Bilingual or multilingual
Strong multitasking abilities and a proactive approach to tasks
Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services

Responsibilities

Provide career counseling and case management services to participants pursuing college, certificate, and credential pathways
Assess participants' education, employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods
Guide participants through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP) based on their specific educational and occupational goals
Advise participants on college admissions, financial aid, enrollment, and persistence strategies
Build and maintain relationships with community colleges, universities, and training providers in the region
Stay on top of labor market trends and align education and training paths with the skill needs of area business and industry
Counsel participants on available training programs, support services, and job opportunities
Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities
Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, and other group presentations for participants
Enter data into WIT and process clients through any participant information system as required
Maintain accurate individual case files in WIT, assuring each file contains all required eligibility documents and meets compliance requirements
Follow all policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation
Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
Other duties and projects as needed