Career Services Advisor - PT (7687)

Goodwill of the Heartland; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous store discount

Retirement contributions after one año

Strong team culture

Competitive PTO

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland is hiring a Part-Time Career Services Advisor in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role supports community members with career planning, training, resume writing, and interview skills.

Requires an Associate's degree or two years of study and at least one year in a related field (e.g., recruiting, supervision, training). A reliable vehicle and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• An Associate's degree or two years of study completed from a college/university is required.
• One year of employment in a related field such as recruiting, supervisory, or training is required.
• An additional year of employment in a related field may be substituted.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance required.
• Background checks including motor vehicle, child/elder dependent abuse, and sex offender registry.
• Literacy in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Teams/Zoom and other computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist community members with career planning and certification training.
• Support job search activities, resume writing, and interview skills.
• Develop computer skills and conduct skill assessments.
• Build and maintain partnerships with area businesses, organizations, and schools to market Goodwill resources.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Career planning support

Community outreach

Education

Associate's degree or two years of study

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Teams/Zoom

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Cedar Rapids Center - Cedar Rapids, IA 52402Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $18.82 - $20.70 Hourly

Are you looking for a job that will leave you feeling fulfilled, that offers opportunities to work for an amazing mission? If so, consider applying for Goodwill! We are looking to hire a Part-Time Career Services Advisor for our Cedar Rapids location! This position requires an associate's degree or two years of study from a college/university, and one year of employment in a related field such as recruiting, supervisory, or training.

Our Career Services Advisor works with community members who would like assistance with career planning and certification training. Advisors help community members in job search activities, building computer skills, and other skill development opportunities! This position provides skill assessments for each job seeker to assist them in locating resources and tools for their desired goals, as well as maintaining and using that knowledge. Career Services Advisors assist job seekers in securing employment in the community by aiding with basic job search activities, resume writing, skill workshops, interview skills, and other employment activities. This position also assists with building and maintaining partnerships with area businesses, organizations, and schools to represent and market Goodwill resources to fit workforce needs.

Goodwill of the Heartland offers competitive benefits, including:

• Generous store discount
• Up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year
• Strong team culture
• Competitive PTO

QualificationsQualifications:

• An Associate's degree or two years of study completed from a college/university is required.
• One year of employment in a related field such as recruiting, supervisory, or training is required.
• An additional year of employment in a related field may be substituted.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance required.
• Successful completion of a motor vehicle, child/elder dependent abuse background check, and sex offender registry check required.
• Demonstrable literacy in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Teams/Zoom, and other computer skills required.

The Career Services Advisor position has a starting wage of $18.82 per hour. The anticipated schedule will be Monday-Friday 3:00pm - 5:00pm with some flexibility required. Must be 18 years of age or older.