Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (80017)

Equus; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions in Caldwell, Idaho seeks a dedicated staffer to guide job seekers and manage cases focused on WIOA eligibility and employment outcomes. You will coordinate trainings, provide labor market information, and connect participants with subsidized employment opportunities.

You will maintain confidential information, collaborate with community resources, and report on program progress weekly and monthly.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and professional communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and basic IT tasks.
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in sales or customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide career guidance and counseling to job seekers, including those eligible for WIOA.
• Deliver detailed case management to prepare customers for employment and self-sufficiency.
• Assist with attendance at trainings and job-search activities to maintain eligibility.
• Coordinate supportive services such as childcare and transportation and track funds.
• Develop community resources and maintain contacts to assist program goals.
• Provide labor market information to customers and track outcomes.
• Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met.
• Outreach employers and non-profits to place participants in subsidized employment.
• Follow-up progress in subsidized employment and submit payroll information.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress and expenditure reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 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
• Current driver's license (with low-risk driver rating) and automobile liability insurance required.

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.