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Career Advisor WIOA Adult & Dislocated Worker Programs
Job Location:
Job Location:
Jackson, MO - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 19 - 26
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
19 August 2026 (18 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
16 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title: Career Advisor/WIOA Adult & Dislocated Worker Programs
Location: Michigan Works! Southeast - Jackson MIReports to: Service Center Manager
Supervises: N/A
FLSA Status: Full-time Non-exempt
Come Join Our Team!
At Michigan Works! Southeast we are the front lines of workforce development meeting the talent demands of local employers and addressing the unique needs of the communities in Southeast Michigan. Serving Hillsdale Jackson Lenawee Livingston and Washtenaw counties we are committed to delivering services that help businesses find skilled workers and provide a competitive edge for career seekers. By creating meaningful connections we empower individuals to build a brighter future and support businesses in achieving their goals.
If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and want to be part of a team that helps shape the future workforce we invite you to join us. Together we can create pathways to success for both career seekers and employers.
At Michigan Works! Southeast we are the front lines of workforce development meeting the talent demands of local employers and addressing the unique needs of the communities in Southeast Michigan. Serving Hillsdale Jackson Lenawee Livingston and Washtenaw counties we are committed to delivering services that help businesses find skilled workers and provide a competitive edge for career seekers. By creating meaningful connections we empower individuals to build a brighter future and support businesses in achieving their goals.
If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and want to be part of a team that helps shape the future workforce we invite you to join us. Together we can create pathways to success for both career seekers and employers.
Program Overview
Michigan Works! Southeast (MWSE) is the Michigan Works! agency servicing the counties of Jackson Hillsdale Lenawee Livingston and Washtenaw. MWSE is focused on meeting the talent demands of local employers and developing talent for the 21st century economy. MWSE delivers services that help businesses find the skilled workers they need and provides a competitive advantage for job seekers.
Job Summary
Career Advisors identify assess prepare and train job seekers to qualify for jobs with employers identified by the Michigan Works! Southeast Business Services team and the Pure Michigan Talent Connect website. The primary objective of the Career Advisor is to provide all registered or enrolled job seekers with the services assistance and resources they need to obtain maintain and retain employment. Career Advisors may be assigned alternate work locations to provide services. This position will be working with our WIOA Adult & Dislocated Worker programs.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide case management services to all clients participating in workforce activities and receiving supportive services
- Enroll clients in applicable programs when appropriate. Determine eligibility based on state and federal regulations.
- Schedule and facilitate program orientations and intakes and accurately collect all program required documentation
- Recommend supportive services evaluate and process clients request for supportive services to determine eligibility
- Assess client skills utilizing required basic skill assessments and compatibility test
- Instruct Program training and workshop as assigned
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations with respect to employment and training programs and/or career and technical education programs
- Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Trade Partnership Accountability Training Hope (PATH); Food Assistance Employment and Training (FAE&T) RESEA program rules and regulations preferred
Qualifications
All agency team members are expected to be technically competent and committed to continuous development of their skills. The following skills knowledge and education or certifications are specifically required for this position:
- Associates degree and two years experience in human services field case management or related fields; Bachelors degree preferred
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations with respect to employment and training programs and/or career and technical education programs
- Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Trade Partnership Accountability Training Hope (PATH); and Food Assistance Employment and Training (FAE&T) program rules and regulations preferred
- Experience working with education community public and non-profit organizations
- Travel between service centers to meet the needs of the organization
Compensation:$19.83 to $26.46 per hour.
Benefits Offered:
At Michigan Works! Southeast we are committed to supporting our employees well-being and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Pay in Lieu of Health Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Benefit with a 4% Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistant Program
Application Process:
Apply online at the Michigan Works! Southeast website: regarding the application process may be directed to
Michigan Works! Southeast provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin marital status veteran status political affiliation or belief physical or mental disability genetic information age sexual orientation gender identity height weight or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws..
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
