Career Counselor: Shape Careers, Empower Communities

OIC of Wa; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Career Counselor 2 position at OIC of Washington in Yakima supports adults through assessments, counseling, education, employment preparation, and job development. You will build relationships with students, businesses, and community partners to meet program goals.

Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will conduct intake interviews, develop IEPs, coordinate trainings, and guide participants toward successful job placement while addressing barriers in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• BA degree in Social Services or related field, or four years of supervisory/leadership experience, or four years in budget development and management.
• Ability to provide assessments, counseling, education, employment preparation, and job development services.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments, counseling, education, employment preparation, job development and related services.
• Establish strong professional relationships with students, businesses, community partners, and employers.
• Conduct intake interviews to determine eligibility for program services.
• Develop Individual Employment Plans (IEPs) for enrolled participants.
• Refer eligible participants to appropriate services and document referrals.
• Monitor participant progress and ensure contract compliance.
• Provide career counseling, resume support, interviewing techniques, and job search guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Office software

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Data management

Multicultural competence

Independent work

Organizational skills

Interviewing

Labor market knowledge

Office equipment

Education

BA in Social Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

The Career Counselor 2 position at OIC of Washington in Yakima supports adults through assessments, counseling, education, employment preparation, and job development. You will build relationships with students, businesses, and community partners to meet program goals.

Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will conduct intake interviews, develop IEPs, coordinate trainings, and guide participants toward successful job placement while addressing barriers in a fast-paced team environment.