Career Advisor: Guide Students to Jobs & Training

Michigan Works! Southeast; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Pay in lieu of health insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement with 4% employer match

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Michigan Works! Southeast, serving Jackson and surrounding counties, seeks a Career Advisor to guide students through college training and connect them with employers identified by MWSE’s Business Services.

The role focuses on providing services that help students complete education and reach employment goals. The position is on-site four days a week at Jackson College with one day at the Jackson American Jobs Center.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in human services, case management or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of WIOA, TAA, RESEA, PATH, FAET, JMG, Wagner-Peyser and UI program rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to students, clients and partners.
• Enroll clients in applicable programs and determine eligibility.
• Enter detailed records in the MIS and maintain case notes.
• Assist with job readiness, resume writing, and mock interviews.
• Travel between service centers and partner sites as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Michigan Works! Southeast, serving Jackson and surrounding counties, seeks a Career Advisor to guide students through college training and connect them with employers identified by MWSE’s Business Services.

The role focuses on providing services that help students complete education and reach employment goals. The position is on-site four days a week at Jackson College with one day at the Jackson American Jobs Center.