Career Advisor

The role

This person will provide career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services to participants in the Adult or Dislocated Worker Program. They will assess job seekers' needs and guide them through individual employment plans.

What you will do

• Provide information and case management services to community members interested in WIOA services
• Assess job seekers' employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods
• Serve as a liaison between workforce development programs and community partners and resources
• Enter data into Work In Texas and process clients through any participant information system
• Guide job seekers through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP)
• Stay on top of labor market trends and best practices in career and training paths
• Counsel clients on available job opportunities, training programs, and other services
• Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities
• Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations
• Maintain accurate individual case files in Work In Texas and meet program benchmarks

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong communication skills and knowledge about community resources
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer literate with MS Word and Excel skills
• Ability to learn specialized databases and software systems
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse customer base
• Ability to be culturally sensitive
• Ability to serve as a role model and motivate customers
• Ability to meet and exceed set goals and objectives
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice to have

• Bilingual or Multilingual
• Strong multitasking abilities and proactive approach to tasks
• Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services

Before you apply

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check including criminal, prior employment and education verification

About the company

Career Team, LLC is a private workforce development organization founded in 1996. It uses technology and high-touch services to drive outcomes for job seekers.