Talent Development Specialist; WIOA)

• Full-time
• State
  
  Location:
• Compensation: up to USD 23.1 - hourly

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

• Conduct individual assessment to provide career guidance and counseling to job seeker; with a focus on those who are WIOA eligible.
• Provide detailed case management for each customer to assist in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency;
• Assist customers in maintaining eligibility for services by ensuring attendance at required training/activities and workshops and performing job searches;
• Authorize and coordinate supportive services such as childcare, transportation, etc., and track obligations of funds;
• Maintain existing contacts to community resources and develop new ones to further the goals of the program and resulting in success to customers;
• Provide labor market information to all customers;
• Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met;
• Outreach employers, agencies, non-profits and organizations to place eligible participants in a subsidized employment activity.
• Follow-up participant progress in subsidized employment activities, and submit payroll information.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports on progress of the program, expenditures and participant's employment and support services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Preferred Associate's degree; required H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially
• Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives
• Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns
• Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientations
• Current driver's license (with low-risk driver rating) and automobile liability insurance required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.