Transformative Community Employment Counselor

Homeboy-Industries; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeboy Industries seeks an Employment Counselor to support community clients by providing resources, guidance to overcome barriers to employment, and coaching toward stable jobs. The role includes on-site assistance in the computer lab, documenting progress, and coordinating readiness activities.

The counselor will track lab usage, refer clients to workshops, and help with resumes, practice interviews, and job applications, while maintaining participant files and collaborating in team meetings.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in workforce development.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer software and email.

Responsibilities

• Provide community resources and guidance to remove barriers to employment.
• Support individuals in the computer lab and track lab usage.
• Coordinate job readiness activities and workshops.
• Refer clients to workforce programs and assist with resumes and practice interviews.
• Maintain participant files and prepare required documentation.
• Supervise Employment Service Assistant(s) in the computer lab.

Skills

Workforce development

Vulnerable populations support

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or BA desirable

Tools

Care4

Job description

Homeboy Industries seeks an Employment Counselor to support community clients by providing resources, guidance to overcome barriers to employment, and coaching toward stable jobs. The role includes on-site assistance in the computer lab, documenting progress, and coordinating readiness activities.

The counselor will track lab usage, refer clients to workshops, and help with resumes, practice interviews, and job applications, while maintaining participant files and collaborating in team meetings.