Universal Workforce Advisor (full-time). Esperanza

Esperanza has an immediate opening for a full-time Universal Workforce Advisor. Esperanza is a faith-based non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and identifying resources that strengthen the Hispanic community.

General Responsibilities :

• Provide assessment and referral services to individuals to support the achievement of their employment goals.
• Assist participants in understanding the full array of services offered; recommend, promote, and schedule participants for Universal and specialized services; follow up with participants on a regular basis to ensure participation in planned services.
• Assess individuals’ proficiency with using computers in the Career Resource Center; assist in registration for PA CareerLink.
• Report on participant progress and enter detailed case notes into the Commonwealth Workforce Development System.
• Serve as a liaison to other affiliates by connecting participants to external support systems and services based on their individualized needs, personal concerns, or barriers to employment.
• Work closely with WIOA program staff to ensure a team approach in providing instruction of work readiness for career seekers.
• Assist participants in developing a Work Readiness Portfolio that includes a resume, sample application, cover letter, thank you letter, reference sheet (professional/personal), and a mock interview evaluation form.
• Submit any required case notes and reports on a timely basis.
• Attend regular staff, unit, team, and individual supervisory meetings.
• Participate in agency activities, quarterly meetings, and committees in order to share information that will promote the purpose and mission of the organization.
• Perform any other duties and tasks as required by the division.
• Standard working hours will be 8:00am-4:30pm.

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