RESEA Employment Counselor

Edsi-9; Bay City (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Edsi-9 in Bay City, Texas, is seeking an RESEA Employment Counselor to provide individualized support and direct assistance to dislocated workers identified through RESEA, Rapid Response, or unemployment benefits. You will conduct outreach, screen eligibility, coordinate with partners, and help participants create a customized career plan while documenting all interactions.

The role requires attention to detail, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and teamwork; bilingual skills are a plus, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Case management experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Experience in a team-oriented environment.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support in pursuing employment and career advancement.
• Lead outreach to dislocated workers and UC claimants.
• Coordinate with community partners to develop referral system.
• Screen for program eligibility and assist with registrations.
• Counsel and motivate participants through customized career pathways.
• Document all participant interactions and maintain case files.
• Submit program data and reports for real-time reporting.
• Follow up with partner agencies to ensure engagement.
• Conduct off-site appointments to employers and community locations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description:Title: RESEA Employment CounselorSalary: $55,00 + benefitsClassification: Non-ExemptScope of Position: The RESEA Employment Counselor will provide individualized support and direct assistance in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement to dislocated workers who have been identified through RESEA, Rapid Response, and/or those who are receiving or have exhausted unemployment compensation benefits (long-term unemployed).Essential Functions:· Implement recruiting processes and initiatives to identify long-term unemployed dislocated workers, RESEA participants, Rapid Response referrals and UC claimants· Conduct targeted outreach and customized service presentations to fully apprise candidates of basic and individualized career services· Coordinate with community partners, training providers ,and staff to develop a seamless and consistent referral system· Screen for program eligibility, provide assistance securing dislocated worker documentation, and assist with completion of dislocated worker registration when needed· Counsel, motivate, and encourage assigned caseload of participants through a customized career pathway, training opportunities, and barrier mitigation to achieve successful placement outcomes· Build a professional one-on-one working relationship with participants to aid in eliminating challenges to obtaining and retaining employment· Document all participant interactions, activities, case notes, and files to ensure that regularly scheduled contacts are made as required· Accurately complete required documentation for enrollment and develop and maintain a customized service plan to align with participant employment and training goals· Follow up with partner agencies to ensure engagement in prescribed support services· Perform outreach to support participant engagement through off-site appointments to employers, satellite site locations, and community visits· Provide accurate and timely submission of required program data and reports to ensure real-time reporting needs are met· Other opportunities as availableEducation and Experience Requirements:· Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience· Case management experience preferred· Attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required· Experience in a team-oriented environment· Bilingual preferred· Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite and other required locationsEDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.