RESEA Employment Counselor

Educational Data Systems, Inc.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Data Systems, Inc. (EDSI) is seeking a RESEA Employment Counselor in Katy, TX. The role provides individualized support to dislocated workers identified through RESEA, Rapid Response, and unemployment benefits programs.

The position includes counseling, outreach, and collaboration with partners to build a streamlined referral system. The candidate should have at least a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), case management background, and strong Microsoft Office skills.

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.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite and other required locations.

Responsibilities

• 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 apprise candidates of basic and individualized career services.
• Coordinate with community partners and staff to develop a seamless referral system.
• Screen for program eligibility and assist with dislocated worker registration when needed.
• Counsel and motivate participants through a customized career pathway and training opportunities.

Skills

Case management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description: Title: RESEA Employment Counselor

Salary: $55,000 plus benefits

Classification: Non-Exempt

Scope 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 available

Education 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 locations

EDSIs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our Mission Statement

We must strive to create enthusiasm in our clients, see through their eyes, understand their needs and deliver more than they expect.

Why We Do What We Do

At EDSI

• We believe we can help our customers overcome their most challenging obstacles
• We believe in seeing through other people's eyes
• We believe that we can make a difference in people's lives
• We believe in meeting people where they are today and helping them to realize a better tomorrow
• We believe in living our professional lives in service to others

EDS I (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is a national workforce development, training solutions and consulting company with a passion for helping great companies and communities train and retain great people. EDSI works with regions, employers and jobseekers to overcome their most challenging obstacles. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, the company employs more than 800 people across the country. EDSI is a National Best and Brightest Companies To Work For award winner. For over 45 years, EDSI has worked with workforce development agencies, regional partners and employers to assess and understand workforce development needs and deliver solutions to build better workforces. The company operates more than 120 contracts providing successful business services and jobseeker placement and retention services across the country. EDSI also provides world class training and consulting solutions to a variety of corporations, public entities and governmental agencies. Our history of success stems directly from our commitment to providing our clients with the absolute highest level of service through our diverse and talented team.