Career Advisor (800017)

Equus; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to enhance career development services. In this role, you will build strong relationships with clients, facilitate engaging workshops, and ensure compliance with program standards. Your expertise in career advisement and communication will be essential in helping individuals navigate their career paths effectively. This position offers opportunities for personal growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Join a team committed to diversity and inclusion, and contribute to transformative workforce solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in career advisement or workshop facilitation.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build professional relationships with clients to eliminate employment barriers.
• Facilitate professional development workshops and monitor participant progress.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Services

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Tools

MS Office

Google Docs

Job description

Company Overview

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers within sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our dedicated workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers, and community and partner sites.

Job Responsibilities

1. Build professional one-on-one relationships with clients to eliminate employment barriers through assessment, individualized attention, and coordination.
2. Provide consistent case management, follow-up, and conduct new customer orientations.
3. Ensure positive outcomes and meet contractual goals by working with schools, account managers, and management to complete necessary documentation.
4. Facilitate professional development workshops and maintain an organized client database with detailed contact records.
5. Monitor participant progress and ensure adherence to planned activities as per funding agency contracts.
6. Assess work suitability for participants, refer them to community or social services when needed, and accurately document all activities.
7. Create solutions for attendance issues, assist in preparing project reports, and manage program operations, including workshops and data collection.
8. Coordinate job preparation workshops aligned with business needs, and collaborate with the business services team to identify job opportunities and required qualifications.
9. Develop communication plans to keep staff informed and participate in training and capacity-building activities.
10. Work with leadership to identify operational challenges and implement process improvements.
11. Provide operational support, assist with intake services, and ensure compliance with standards.
12. Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs of contracts and operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Docs.
• Minimum of two years' experience in career advisement, workshop facilitation, curriculum development, public speaking, or content creation.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of various occupations and career paths, preferably including healthcare.
• Bachelor's degree in education, social services, healthcare, or communications.
• Customer service experience required.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America, committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We offer extensive learning and networking opportunities and aim to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our website. Your information will be handled securely and confidentially.