Workforce Development Counselor - University of Utah Health, Hospitals and Clinics

University of Utah Health • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Utah Health is seeking a dynamic Workforce Development Counselor to join the Workforce Development Team within the HR Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning department. This role functions as a liaison between employees and recruitment, aligning career development and planning with organizational workforce strategies. The counselor will help employees identify personal interests and life goals for career enrichment, manage workforce development initiatives and programming (including talent and career assessments, resume reviews, interview preparation), and provide guidance in achieving career goals. Strong partnerships with recruitment, hiring leaders, organizational development, and educational programming are key to developing job and social skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, human resources, or a related field
• 3 years of career counseling, recruitment, or human resources or progressive business-related experience
• Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) credential or complete within 6 months of hire. Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP)

Nice To Haves

• One year prior background in healthcare or service industry.

Responsibilities

• Interface with internal employees and assist in the job search and application process – reviewing clients’ resumes and cover letters and providing feedback; rehearse job interview tactics with clients and offers advice.
• Engage in career exploration conversations with clients through a solid understanding of all UUHC positions (tasks and qualifications), partnering with recruiters and hiring leaders in order to answer questions concerning details about different careers.
• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans through client completion of personality, skill, and aptitude tests to determine clients’ interests, ambitions, and talents. Counsels clients on how to strengthen potential skills gaps and identify where additional education or experience may be necessary. Assist employees to look outside of the organization when appropriate.
• Accurately assess and understand clients’ experience and education when recommending career paths. Recommend additional education, when appropriate, to clients to help them achieve their career goals. Understanding the tuition investment program (TIP) and maintaining relationships with colleges and universities is important.
• Partner with the workforce planning and recruiters to identify and understand key areas of opportunity and work with clients to match to those strategic areas.
• Hold seminars and workshops to educate individuals who are searching for the right career path. Assist in coordination of job shadows and job sampling when appropriate. Coordinate and host internal career fairs annually at a minimum.
• Serves as a liaison with our current and future educational programs.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level