Career Advisor

Career TEAM is a leading workforce development organization on a mission to transform lives. We blend cutting‑edge technology with compassionate, high‑touch services to drive real, measurable outcomes in the lives of job seekers across the country.

Career TEAM is looking to hire a Career Advisor who will perform professional work providing career counseling, intensive case management, and follow‑up services. Work is performed under the supervision of the WIOA Program Lead and the Career Advisor reports directly to that Lead. The position is 100% onsite at the listed location.

The Career Advisor is an integral part of our team and will assist us with our mission of accelerating the human condition.

• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employee‑sponsored HSA on any qualifying plans
• Disability insurance
• Supplemental insurance

• Provide information and case management services to the community and eligible WIOA participants
• Collaborate with the Intake Specialist to complete intake and eligibility determination for the workforce program
• Assess jobseekers’ employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods
• Act as a liaison between workforce development programs and community partners
• Enter data into VOS and otherwise use and process clients through any participant information system as required
• Guide job seekers through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP) based on their specific occupational goals
• Stay on top of labor market trends and best practices
• Counsel clients on available job opportunities, training programs, and other services
• Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities
• Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations for clients
• Follow all policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation
• Maintain accurate individual case files for each registered customer ensuring all required eligibility documents are present and compliant
• Meet and/or exceed program benchmarks; participate in all staff‑related events as required including training, staff meetings, and individual supervision
• Complete all required reports within the data management system
• Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
• Other duties and projects as needed for the success of the program

• Bachelor’s degree or higher or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of community resources
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make well‑thought‑out decisions
• Must have MS Word and Excel skills at minimum, and be able to learn specialized databases and software systems
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base and be culturally sensitive
• Ability to serve as a role model to customers and motivate them toward achieving goals
• Ability to meet and exceed set goals and objectives
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational and communication skills (oral and written)
• Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient in maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Knowledgeable about the local region and relevant partners
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred
• A valid driver’s license

$40,000 – $45,000

The position may require local travel up to 30% of the time.

Full‑time, non‑exempt

Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.