Career Advisor (Corporate Representative)

C*ompany in Washington DC is seeking Corporate Representative/Case Management/Career Advisor to join their team. Great for recent graduates. Position is contractual for 4 months, then will go Permanent. (TEMP-TO-PERM)*. Shift is Mon-Fri 9am-5pm on site.

Purpose: The Corporate Representative is to provide career coaching and case management for low-income and underserved job seekers. The ideal candidate has experience managing a caseload, is detail-oriented and self-motivated, and can provide individualized career services to help participants discover their strengths and taking actionable steps towards career development.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Conduct intake, eligibility screening, and continual job readiness assessments with participants

· Oversee barrier removal before and after job placement, ensuring the participant has the resources and support they need to obtain and retain employment (i.e. housing, clothing, healthcare, childcare, etc.)

· Provide emotional support and encourage participants to become involved in their own well-being and vested in their own successes

· Provided the needed case management support and intervention critical to retaining candidates in jobs

· Conduct outreach to participants through home visits and other re-engagement strategies

· Develop individualized employment service plans for participants

· Regularly meet with participants in-person or over phone/video to ensure program participants are continually progressing towards their professional, personal, and academic goals

· Provide individualized support to clients during their job search efforts, higher education applications, personal and career assessments, and exam preparation

· Maintain detailed case notes, update attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and other administrative tasks on a timely basis

· Refer clients to vocational trainings, technical skills classes, and other certification programs

· Meet weekly, quarterly, and annual enrollment and job placement numbers

· Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment

Desired Qualifications

· Minimum of 4-year degree, relevant experience and/or advanced studies in social services a plus

· One to three (1-3) years of experience working with clients/participants in a workforce development, social services, or community-based context

· Experience developing individualized service and/or employment plans for participants preferred

· Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness

· Experience with Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed, and/or Two-Generational methods a definite plus

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

· Familiarity with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and/or SharePoint preferred

· Understanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plus

· Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

Benefits

· Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· Generous Paid Time Off Package and Paid Company Holidays

· 401K with Employer Matching After 1 Year

· Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,160.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• How many years total you have experience working with clients/participants in a workforce development, social services, or community-based context?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and/or SharePoint: 2 years (Preferred)
• working with participants in a workforce environment: 1 year (Required)
• working with clients in a social work based context: 1 year (Required)
• Employment plans for participants developing service: 1 year (Required)
• Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $56,160