Counselor I

Job Overview

Provide client service support to client participants in accordance to client rules and regulations as described in the following:

· Conduct client intake, and determine work readiness of clients through assessment and evaluation.

· Provide assistance to clients through the development of an Individual Responsibility Plan (IRP), and other critical documents for client review and signature.

·Ensure that clients have the appropriate and required mix of activities to meet client work requirements. Refer to work activities and determine the need for other supportive services.

·Provide career and employment counseling.

·Enter client data and update program activities in AOSOS.

·Document pertinent information on client progress in counselor notes.

·Maintain confidential, thorough, documented files on clients.

·Process timesheets and job search logs.

·Follow-up and monitor client participation in required work activities.

·Coordinate with One-Stop Career Center, Social Services staff and other community agencies and client service providers.

·Recommends actioning action for clients not in compliance with client required activities.

·Attend Fair Hearings as required.

·Represent Employment and Training Services at meetings and other functions.

·Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Previous social / human services experience

Knowledge of technology and software proficiency

Demonstrated experience in PC Office software

Familiarity with client and One-Stop Career Center Programs, systems and services.

Additional Requirements:

§Excellent analytical skills

§Strong oral and written communication skills

§Strong organizational and time management skills

§Ability to work in an ever-changing environment

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $22