Career Advisor for Adults & Dislocated Workers

Career Team; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Team is seeking an Adult and Dislocated Worker Career Advisor to deliver career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services under the Adult or Dislocated Worker Program. This role supports job seekers as they pursue employment, training, and education.

Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, guiding employment plans, maintaining data in Work In Texas, and collaborating with community partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge about community resources.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make well-thought-out decisions.
• Must be computer literate and have MS Word and Excel skills at minimum, and the ability to learn specialized databases and software systems.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base with the ability to be culturally sensitive.
• Ability to serve as a role model to customers and motivate them towards achieving goals.
• Ability to meet and exceed set goals and objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, customer service, organizational skills, and communication skills, both oral and written required.
• Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements.
• A demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient in maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• A Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Provide information and case management services to community members interested in WIOA services
• Assess job seekers' employment, abilities, and training needs through interviewing, testing, and other methods
• Serve as a liaison between workforce development programs and community partners and resources
• Enter data into Work In Texas and process clients through any participant information system as required
• Guide job seekers through the preparation of individual employment plans (IEP) based on their specific occupational goals
• Stay on top of labor market trends and best practices in career and training paths
• Counsel clients on available job opportunities, training programs, and other services
• Refer individuals to appropriate services, training programs, or job opportunities and follow up on those activities
• Conduct orientation sessions, workshops, job clubs, and other group presentations for clients
• Follow all policies, procedures, and regulations related to eligibility documentation
• Maintain accurate individual case files in Work In Texas for each registered customer assuring that each file contains all required eligibility documents and meets compliance requirements
• Meet and/or exceed program benchmarks. Participate in all staff-related events as required including but not limited to training, staff meetings, and individual supervision
• Complete all required reports within the data management system

Skills

Communication skills

Community resources knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual or Multilingual

Valid Driver’s License

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Career Team is seeking an Adult and Dislocated Worker Career Advisor to deliver career counseling, intensive case management, and follow-up services under the Adult or Dislocated Worker Program. This role supports job seekers as they pursue employment, training, and education.

Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, guiding employment plans, maintaining data in Work In Texas, and collaborating with community partners.