Career Consultant

Columbus, OH (Metro Area) | Full-Time

Are you passionate about helping people achieve meaningful employment and long-term career success? At Goodwill Columbus
, our mission is helping people build lives of possibility and purpose
. As a Career Consultant, you'll provide career coaching, job readiness training, and employment support that empowers individuals to overcome barriers, build confidence, and thrive in the workplace.

If you enjoy coaching, workforce development, career counseling, and connecting people to opportunities, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community.

• Pay: $22.00/hour
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Location:
  
  Columbus, OH (Metro Area)

• Provide individualized career coaching before, during, and after job placement.
• Help participants identify career goals, overcome employment barriers, and develop workplace skills.
• Guide individuals through career exploration, resume development, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies.
• Develop individualized employment and training plans aligned with participant goals and employer needs.
• Provide ongoing support and follow‑up services to promote long‑term employment success and retention.

• Facilitate workplace readiness training focused on professionalism, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and customer service.
• Deliver one‑on‑one coaching to build confidence and strengthen workplace performance.
• Provide on‑the‑job coaching and support related to attendance, reliability, work ethic, and employer expectations.
• Assist participants in navigating workplace challenges and developing solutions that support success.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers and workforce development partners.
• Serve as a liaison between participants and employers to support successful placements.
• Understand employer workforce needs and identify opportunities for participant employment.
• Support employer engagement goals and positive business partnerships.

• Maintain accurate participant records, case notes, and program documentation.
• Track participant progress and employment outcomes using agency databases and reporting systems.
• Monitor program performance and contribute to meeting placement and retention goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service and a positive participant experience.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Workforce Development, Recruitment, Employment Services, Vocational Counseling, Case Management, or a related field.
• Experience providing career coaching, employment support services, workforce training, or job placement assistance preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and crisis intervention certification may be required based on program needs.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of personal auto insurance required.

• Strong coaching, mentoring, and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to motivate, engage, and support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience building relationships with employers, community partners, and workforce stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience using databases, case management systems, or workforce development platforms.
• Strong organization, time management, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively.

• Office‑based environment with moderate noise levels.
• Regular…