Career Advisor (800017)

Equus; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to changing lives through workforce development. As a Career Advisor, you'll play a vital role in guiding individuals through their job search journey, helping them overcome barriers to employment. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a supportive team environment. With a focus on individualized services, you'll ensure that each customer receives the attention and resources they need to succeed. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a career counseling role.
• Ability to motivate individuals facing barriers to employment.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist customers with job search strategies.
• Document customer success stories and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Career Counseling

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Case Management Model

Job description

Company Description

Creating Opportunities. Changing Lives. Equus Workforce Solutions is the most comprehensive provider of workforce development services in North America, assisting over a million job seekers and thousands of employers annually. We are drivers and collaborators for workforce systems change, including quickly adapting to changes in legislation, job seeker demographics, and market and industry changes. We work every day to change lives, advance economies, and help communities thrive. If this is your passion, join us. Start here. Let us take you where you want to go.

Job Description

In this Career Advisor role, you will be an integral part of the Operational team, responsible for advising, monitoring, and tracking customer participation. This position counsels and assists customers with job search strategies, personal career advisement, and training needs. You will also help customers identify and work with barriers to employment. You will need to maintain accurate and complete records and ensure smooth transition of cases across services and programs. Managing day-to-day relationships with customers, ensuring their concerns are addressed promptly with a plan of action, is essential. You will critique resumes and maintain an understanding of a wide range of occupations and careers for effective placement. Demonstrating strategies for re-engaging customers after training, using the standards of the Case Management Model, and adhering to policies and procedures for Career Advisement are key responsibilities. You will:

1. Ensure the delivery of high-quality, individualized services to customers.
2. Protect and maintain confidentiality of participants' rights.
3. Document customer success stories both internally and externally.

Qualifications

We are seeking a self-motivated and flexible team player with strong computer, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Creativity, goal-orientation, and the ability to work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines are important. The ideal candidate can relate to and motivate individuals, especially those facing barriers to employment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and/or 2+ years of experience in a career counseling role. Prior experience with workforce development or human services is a plus. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

Additional Information

Pay rate: $26.00 per hour.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus implements industry best practices by focusing on developing, designing, and delivering demand-driven workforce solutions.

Joining Equus offers extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. Most importantly, you will have the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability, among other protected characteristics.