Career Planner

Overview

The job responsibilities describe the career planning role focused on helping individuals achieve their employment goals through intake, personalized support, skills development, community connections, and advocacy within program guidelines.

• Intake and Eligibility:
  Process program referrals, assess eligibility, and enroll participants efficiently.
• Personalized Support:
  Conduct in-depth assessments to understand each participant's skills, experience, and goals; collaborate to create a customized employability plan, monitor progress, and adjust as needed.
• Essential Skills Development:
  Provide comprehensive case management services, including job search assistance, resume writing, interview preparation, life skills development (e.g., money management), and more.
• Community Connections:
  Connect participants with relevant community resources to address needs and support overall well-being.
• Advocacy and Compliance:
  Advocate for participants, ensuring they understand rights and responsibilities under program guidelines; stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations.

• Holistic Needs Assessment:
  Evaluate participant needs beyond employment and refer to appropriate community resources for life skills development, money management, interpersonal safety, and more.
• Progress Tracking and Adjustment:
  Monitor progress toward employability plan goals; identify areas for improvement and adjust plans as necessary.
• Collaboration for Success:
  Work with community partners, job developers, and others to secure unsubsidized, subsidized, or community service placements that align with participants' needs and program objectives.
• Performance Excellence:
  Strive to meet or exceed program performance expectations.
• Meticulous Recordkeeping:
  Maintain comprehensive case files with accurate documentation and verification of services provided.
• Note: "Collaboratively Adjust Plans As Necessary" is encouraged to emphasize teamwork and adaptability.

• Uphold Our Standards:
  Adhere to all established policies and performance procedures.
• Teamwork:
  Collaborate effectively with colleagues to foster a professional and supportive team environment; embrace new challenges.

The majority of work is in an office setting and in the community; mobility within rural and urban areas is required daily. Must be able to drive and have access to a reliable vehicle. Ability to sit at a desk or in meetings for extended periods; present information and respond to questions from staff, board members, and the public. Regular use of hearing and vision;

ability to collaborate in varied environments; fine motor skills for writing or typing; lifting up to 30 pounds; bending and walking regularly; ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; interpret complex instructions and adapt to multiple variables.

Environmental Conditions:

Majority of work is in an office setting, community, and varied conditions; outdoor travel may be required.

Position Summary:

Career Planners guide job seekers in workforce programs, assess eligibility, and provide tailored case management to help participants achieve employment and self-sufficiency.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is ideal; an associate degree with 2-3 years of related experience will be considered.

Experience:

Working with disadvantaged populations, determining eligibility, and providing case management.

Skills:

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; conflict resolution and problem-solving; financial literacy to explain budgeting concepts; ability to work independently and as a team player. Technical

Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other computer reporting systems as required by funders.

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Location:

Advanced (5-10 yrs) | Job type:
Full-time | Company:
Workforce Connections, Inc.

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