Bilingual MSFW Outreach Representative-Americus CC

Georgia Power Company; Americus (GA); Vor Ort; USD 43.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Georgia State Government seeks a full-time Bilingual MSFW Outreach Representative in Americus, GA. This role engages migrant and seasonal workers, provides career development, and coordinates job referrals with agricultural employers.

It involves outreach, workshops, and on-site field activities within the H-2A program framework. Ideal candidates are bilingual (Spanish/English), with knowledge of WIOA, WP Act, and experience delivering employment services or presenting to groups.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's degree or equivalent; 2 years related experience if no degree.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.
• Knowledge of WIOA and Wagner-Peyser Act.
• Experience delivering Employment Services.
• Experience delivering group presentations.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations.

Aufgaben

• Interviews applicants in Spanish and English to collect information and guide to services.
• Develops and facilitates workshops on job readiness and current job-search techniques.
• Builds relationships with local employers to create opportunities and partnerships.
• Evaluates applications for eligibility and refers to additional services as needed.
• Counsels applicants to identify abilities, needs, and career goals using assessments.
• Provides career development and job-matching services to vacancies.
• Conducts MSFW outreach to migrant/seasonal workers, including field visits and housing checks for H-2A program.
• Assists with other Employment Services within an American Job Center and pursues training for professional growth.

Kenntnisse

Time management

Task management

Organizational skills

Project management

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Customer service

Decision making

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED plus 2 years related experience

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Title

Bilingual MSFW Outreach Representative-Americus CC

Agency

Technical College System of Georgia

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005144

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$43,000 – $48,000

Job Description

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to be considered for their full-time Bilingual MSFW Outreach Representative position within the Office of Workforce Development (OWD). Under supervision, the Bilingual MSFW Outreach Representative will conduct outreach to Migrant and/or Seasonal Farm Workers that are not yet accessing services within our WorkSource Georgia office locations, provide career development and assessment services, job-training assistance, and/or other employment-related services. In addition, staff work with employers in the Agricultural industry by obtaining secure referrals to employment, securing job placements, and providing informational assistance with the H-2A program. The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below.

Responsibilities

• Conducts interviews with job, program or unemployment applicants, communicating in both Spanish and English, to obtain required information and to articulate to program services and activities.
• Develops, coordinates, and/or facilitates workshops and presentations to applicants on job readiness or the most current job search techniques, as well as demonstrates the use of job listings to assist clients with exploring available training and employment opportunities.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with local employers to generate opportunities for clients, while developing and sustaining organizational and community partnerships to encourage maximum utilization of available incentive programs.
• Evaluates application information and determines initial or ongoing program eligibility and may also refer applicants to services such as counseling, literacy or language instruction, transportation assistance, and childcare.
• Performs job counseling with applicants to identify their abilities, needs, interests, and values in relation to job opportunities and career goals by utilizing a variety of assessments and evaluation tools.
• Provides career development and assessment services to clients for the purpose of matching their application skill sets to vacancies, in order to job match or provide job referrals.
• Orchestrates agricultural duties such as outreach activities to the MSFW population where they reside, work and congregate, in addition to conducting onsite field visits for the purposes outlined in the H-2A program such as observing workers and verifying Temporary Worker Housing facilities are appropriate and assists in the office when not performing agricultural duties.
• Assists with other related Employment Services within an American Job Center, while proactively engaging in additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas for professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and related Wagner-Peyser (WP) Act.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking.
• Experience with delivery of Employment Services.
• Experience delivering presentations in groups.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Technical Competencies

• Time and task management skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to job-related software programs
• Organizational skills
• Project management skills
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Skills in interpersonal relations and customer service
• Decision making and problem-solving skills

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university -OR- High school diploma or GED and two years of related experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.