What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Counselor position at TeleSearch Staffing?
Must have a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Social work, Education/Teaching or Psychology/Counseling
Job Overview
Provide client service support to WFNJ participants (General Assistance/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) in accordance to WFNJ rules and regulations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following activities:
· Conduct client intake, determine work readiness of clients through assessment and evaluation.
· Provide assistance to clients through the development of an Individual Responsibility Plan (IRP), Comprehensive Social Assessment (CSA), and other critical documents for client review and signature.
· Ensure that clients have the appropriate and required mix of activities to meet WFNJ work requirements. Refer to work activities and determine the need for other supportive services.
· Provide career and employment counseling.
· Document pertinent information on client progress in counselor notes.
· Maintain confidential, thorough, documented files on clients.
· Process timesheets.
· Follow-up and monitor client participation in required work activities.
· Coordinate with One-Stop Career Center, Social Services staff and other community agencies and WFNJ service providers.
· Recommend sanctioning action for clients not in compliance with WFNJ required activities.
· Attend Fair Hearings as required.
· Represent Employment and Training Services at meetings and other functions.
· Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
§ College degree / social services or equivalent
§ Previous social / human services experience
§ Knowledge of technology and software proficiency
§ Demonstrated experience in PC Office software
§ Familiarity with WFNJ 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
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
