Workforce Advisor EARN

Our Workforce Programs • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Workforce Advisor serves as the primary point of contact for program participants and people in their circles of influence. The role ensures regulatory requirements are met for eligibility, participation, case notes, and follow-up services, documenting service needs and the activities and arrangements made to address them in relation to employment, retention, and termination. Documentation follows data-management procedures established by program management and funding sources.

The advisor identifies and recruits target clients and employers, seeks employment and educational opportunities for participants as they complete the program, and conducts or attends community activities. The role also delivers training in software applications, work readiness, and basic remedial math and reading skills; develops presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in achieving program goals; and builds relationships with employers and community organizations to promote the program and participant success.

Eckerd Connects provides workforce services through WIOA contracts, partnerships, and strategies that support career pathways for youth, adults, and dislocated workers. Its services include occupational and customized skills training, on-the-job and incumbent worker training, and transitional employment opportunities. Youth services include development, academic instruction, career and technical education, and access to the 14 WIOA Youth Elements.

The program location is Eckerd Connects | Workforce Development, 3901 Market Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The role requires a valid state driver’s license and the ability to meet Eckerd’s auto-insurance requirements and drive for business purposes. Candidates must pass a drug screen. Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with the targeted population.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Appropriate and valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to meet Eckerd’s Auto Insurance requirements and drive for business purposes.
• Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

• Related bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for participants and others in their circle of influence.
• Meet regulatory requirements for eligibility, participation, case notes, and follow-up services; document service needs and activities or arrangements related to employment, retention, and termination according to program and funding-source data-management procedures.
• Identify and recruit target-population clients and employers.
• Seek employment and educational opportunities for participants as they complete the program by attending and conducting community activities.
• Deliver training in software applications, work readiness skills, and basic remedial math and reading skills.
• Develop presentation and facilitation skills to engage students in meeting program goals.
• Connect frequently with employers and community organizations to market and enrich the program and support participant success.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 19 days of paid time off during the first year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability.
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED