Career Advisor Work Readiness Instructor (Blended) (Salary Range 20.50 22.50 per hour)

• Build a professional one-on-one working relationship with clients to aid in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment. This includes: assessment individualized attention and coordination
• Provide consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up
• Conduct new customer orientation - Help to ensure that positive outcomes and goals are met as required by contract - Work with schools account managers and management to ensure appropriate documentation is completed and received
• Facilitate all professional development workshops
• Maintain organized database of clients and keep detailed documentation of all contacts with clients - Ensure participants follow through with planned activities as outlined in contract with funding agency- Maintain accurate participant records and case notes and provide programmatic reports including success stories
• Provide individualized assessment of work provide referrals to appropriate community service or social service agencies when needed
• Accurately complete required documentation for enrollment
• Document all participant contacts and activities in case notes and ensure that post-placement contacts are made as required by specific contract
• Create solutions to participant attendance problems
• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed (participation placement)
• Manage programs including the coordination of introductory workshops the facilitation of weekly workshops the issuance of grants in accordance with predetermined allocation targets and collection of placement data
• Manage the programmatic offerings of the Centers job preparation workshops to ensure a business-driven curriculum a high quality of presentation a satisfactory participation rate clear messaging of next steps and a tangible output
• Work collaboratively with the business services team to identify which jobs are available what qualifications are needed and which workshops and trainings can best prepare jobseekers for these positions
• Develop and maintain a standard communication plan to keep staff aware of center-wide issues and their role in meeting operational goals
• Participate in activities including training capacity building and professional development - Work with leadership to identify operational challenges and to design and implement process improvements
• Provide operational support and coverage as needed for reception and computer resource room/help desk 
• Assist in the intake services for the Center
• Provide operations support for all compliance driven standards

• Provide classroom instruction to participants in computer literacy job search techniques life skills money management job retention strategies pre-vocational/career transition opportunities and one-on-one tutoring as needed including: - Use classroom instruction and group participation activities to assist program participants in learning basic math reading writing skills vocabulary grammar; and to prepare for GED test - Provides input and assists in the development of Individual Service Plans

  - Develop teaching outlines and select and/or design appropriate instructional materials

  - Participate in refining existing curriculum as needed and developing new curriculum for other identified skills

  - Tests for and documents attainment of competencies and academic progress

  - Develops individual participant assessment based on participants performance and reports on participant progress

  - Conducts group participation activities to build self-esteem enhance motivation to complete training and improve communication skills including soft skills for successful job retention

  - Provides individual guidance related to vocational exploration goal selling and problem-solving; addresses behavioral problems

  - Analyze and improve customer service by identifying areas that require improvement and implementing enhancements Assist in developing designing and maintaining appropriate documentation of course offerings

  - Conduct needs assessment through formal and informal evaluation

  - Works with case management staff to facilitate job search and placement maximizing retention for the client. 

• May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to their job responsibilities

Qualifications :

• Related Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in education social services healthcare and/or communications or experience commensurate with the position 

  - Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  - Demonstrated customer service skills

  - Familiarity with the communities being served with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources

  Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in youth development

  Demonstrated understanding of the principles of effective youth-adult partnerships

  Demonstrated creativity and innovation in training design and approach

  Ability to present complex information to a team with varied skill sets

  Ability to lead and facilitate collaborative relationships with diverse groups Excellent writing speaking and analytical skills

  Strong self-motivation: ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple priorities

  Experience in curriculum development implementation and instruction

  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Google Business Suite preferred

• Ability to maintain flexibility as needs of contract or contractor require
• A working knowledge of MS Office and Google docs
• Two years of experience in career advisement and development workshop facilitation developing workforce curriculum public speaking and content development preferred 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts
• Demonstrated telephone computer and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to thrive in environments with multiple stakeholders frequent change and diverse objectives
• Professional understanding of a vast array of occupations and career paths ideally including those in the healthcare field
• Customer service experience required

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Experience working with young adults (17 - 24) preferred

Clean driving record. Clear background - FBI Fingerprint Criminal History and Child Abuse Clearances 

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team Equus puts the industrys best practices to work by focusing on the development design and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender age pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity ancestry religion national origin veteran status physical or mental disability or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state federal or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time