Career Counselor: Guide to Self-Sufficiency & Growth

South Plains Community Action Association; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Community Action Association is seeking a Career Counselor in Plainview to guide clients toward self-sufficiency. The role involves documenting case management activities in WIT and Laserfiche, providing supportive services, and assisting with peer reviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills, with experience in applying program policies and calculating income eligibility. Occasional travel within the service area is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Equivalency can substitute for a degree.
• Training experience in social work or career planning desired.
• Basic computer literacy and keyboarding mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to customers to self-sufficiency routes.
• Document case management activities in WorkinTexas (WIT) and Laserfiche.
• Conduct case management and supportive services as needed.
• Assist in peer reviews.
• Travel within the service area.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

WIT

Laserfiche

Assessment instruments

Job description

South Plains Community Action Association is seeking a Career Counselor in Plainview to guide clients toward self-sufficiency. The role involves documenting case management activities in WIT and Laserfiche, providing supportive services, and assisting with peer reviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills, with experience in applying program policies and calculating income eligibility. Occasional travel within the service area is expected.