Impactful Career Development Specialist

Equus; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus is hiring in New Bedford, Massachusetts for a role centered on career guidance and support services for job seekers. The successful candidate will conduct assessments, provide detailed case management to ensure self-sufficiency, and assist with training and workshops.

Qualifications include a minimum H.S. Diploma, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals seeking employment.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma required, Associate's degree preferred with relevant experience.
• Minimum one year of Sales or Customer Service experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in individual/group settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for career guidance and counseling.
• Manage cases to assist preparation for employment.
• Authorize supportive services and track fund obligations.
• Outreach to employers and agencies for placements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

H.S. Diploma

Associate's degree (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

* Conduct individual assessment to provide career guidance and counseling to job seeker; with a focus on those who are WIOA eligible.

* Provide detailed case management for each customer to assist in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency;

* Assist customers in maintaining eligibility for services by ensuring attendance at required training/activities and workshops and performing job searches;

* Authorize and coordinate supportive services such as childcare, transportation, etc., and track obligations of funds;

* Maintain existing contacts to community resources and develop new ones to further the goals of the program and resulting in success to customers;

* Provide labor market information to all customers;

* Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met;

* Outreach employers, agencies, non-profits and organizations to place eligible participants in a subsidized employment activity.

* Follow-up participant progress in subsidized employment activities, and submit payroll information.

* Provide weekly and monthly reports on progress of the NDW program, expenditures and participant's employment and support services.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Preferred Associate's degree; required H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience

* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting;

* Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

* Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills

* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially

* Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives

* Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns

* Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.