Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (800017)

Equus•Wichita Falls, TX

12d•$17•Onsite

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 role involves conducting individual assessments, providing career guidance and counseling, and detailed case management for WIOA-eligible job seekers to assist them in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency. The specialist will also authorize and coordinate supportive services, maintain and develop community resource contacts, provide labor market information, ensure contract deliverables are met, and outreach to employers for participant placement in subsidized employment activities. Reporting and documentation are key aspects of this role.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially
Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives
Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns
Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientations

Nice To Haves

Preferred Associate's degree

Responsibilities

Conduct individual assessment to provide career guidance and counseling to job seeker; with a focus on those who are WIOA eligible.
Provide detailed case management for each customer to assist in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency.
Assist customers in maintaining eligibility for services by ensuring attendance at required training/activities and workshops and performing job searches.
Authorize and coordinate supportive services such as childcare, transportation, etc., and track obligations of funds.
Maintain existing contacts to community resources and develop new ones to further the goals of the program and resulting in success to customers.
Provide labor market information to all customers.
Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met.
Outreach employers, agencies, non-profits and organizations to place eligible participants in a subsidized employment activity.
Follow-up participant progress in subsidized employment activities, and submit payroll information.
Provide weekly and monthly reports on progress of the NDW program, expenditures and participant's employment and support services.
Perform other duties as assigned.