Veteran Career Advisor (HVRP) Erie, Pa

Veterans Leadership Program•Erie, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Veteran Career Advisor will assist Veterans in obtaining competitive employment that aligns with their skills, experience, interests, and education. This position will work alongside Veterans experiencing homelessness and housing instability and provide career counseling, resume assistance, mock interviews, trainings, connections with employers, and job leads. The Veteran Career Advisor will conduct and provide outreach and case management services to Veterans in Erie and surrounding counties.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Business, Social Work or Social Science or equivalent experience is preferred.
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years successful experience in human services, case management, business, recruiting, or counseling preferred.
PA Criminal and PA Child Abuse clearance required.
Valid PA driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priority projects.
Take initiative and handle a variety of activities concurrently in fast-paced environment.
Ability to meet deadlines along with attention to details a must.
Excellent written and verbal skills.
Progressive skills in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
Self-directed, flexible with strong problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Presentation skills along with professional behaviors, attitude and appearance.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to support the organization’s mission along with sensitivity of cultural and workplace harmony.

Responsibilities

Create an individualized employment service plan for each client, including measurable action items and timelines.
Organize mock interview sessions, resume writing workshops, and services for Veterans to obtain and maintain employment.
Tailor Veterans' resumes to highlight their strengths and experience related to the job opening.
Conduct outreach in order to network with employers and expedite a Veteran's hiring process.
Represent VLP at a variety of public forums and community events (federal, state, local, civic, private, community) and provide information about career services provided to Veterans by VLP.
Refer clients for additional supportive services, including housing, counseling, and supportive services, as needed.
Conduct enrollment of Veterans into VLP’s employment programs including program agreements and documents.
Provide supportive service assistance related to employment to clients, including vouchers for transportation, clothing, trainings, etc.
Refer clients to Job Training Programs, related to Occupations / Industries in Demand & those offered through the Local Employer & Training Network.
Provide follow-up services to enhance clients’ placement / retention in employment.
Maintain client confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA requirements at all times.
Complete all required documentation in a timely manner consistent with VLP guidelines and program requirements.
Host monthly Career Fairs (Virtual or In-person)