WORKFORCE CONNECTIONS COUNSELOR

Social Justice Learning Institute Inc.; Inglewood (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Workforce Connections Counselor at Social Justice Learning Institute (SJLI) is a full-time, hybrid role based in Inglewood, CA. The counselor provides individualized career counseling, job readiness training, and connections to employment and education opportunities, helping participants achieve their goals.

You will coordinate workshops, maintain case notes, and track outcomes to meet grant reporting needs.

Qualifications

• Counseling and case management with individuals and groups.
• Experience in career services: job readiness, resume and interview coaching.
• Community outreach and engagement with diverse populations.
• Ability to document activities, track outcomes, and support funder reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to facilitate groups/workshops.
• Commitment to equity and serving communities of color; culturally humble approach.
• Desirable bilingual abilities; familiarity with L.A. County workforce and education systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career counseling and job readiness coaching.
• Develop career and education plans with participants.
• Assist with resume and cover letter development and interview preparation.
• Coordinate workshops and trainings for participants.
• Maintain accurate case notes and program documentation; track progress for reporting.
• Collaborate with employers, schools, and community partners to expand opportunities.
• Contribute to program outreach and continuous improvement; support organizational culture.

Skills

Counseling & case management

Workforce development

Community engagement

Program coordination

Communication & facilitation

Social justice & equity

Bilingual abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Company Description The Social Justice Learning Institute (SJLI) is committed to improving the education, health, and well-being of youth and communities of color by empowering them to create social change through research, training, and community mobilization. SJLI works with youth, residents, schools, districts, and city officials to expand educational opportunities using innovative, sustainable programs. Guided by core values that center community voice, equity, love, and the belief that no one is hopeless, SJLI builds capacity for individuals and communities to advocate for their needs. The organization develops and manages programs that advance academic, food, and environmental justice while training and supporting leaders to identify and address systemic inequities. Team members join a mission-driven environment focused on practical solutions that uplift and connect communities.

Role Description

The Workforce Connections Counselor is a full-time, hybrid position based in Inglewood, CA, with some flexibility for work from home. The counselor supports participants in workforce development programs by providing individualized career counseling, job readiness training, and connections to employment and education opportunities. Daily responsibilities include meeting with participants to assess needs and goals, developing career and education plans, supporting resume and cover letter development, and preparing participants for interviews and workplace expectations. The role includes coordinating workshops and trainings, maintaining accurate case notes and program documentation, and tracking participant progress and outcomes to meet grant and reporting requirements. The counselor collaborates with employers, training providers, schools, and community partners, while contributing to program outreach, continuous improvement, and a supportive, socially conscious organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong counseling and case management skills, including experience providing one-on-one support, goal setting, and individualized service plans.
• Candidates should possess workforce development and career services skills, such as job readiness training, resume and interview coaching, and knowledge of local employment and education resources.
• Candidates should possess community engagement and outreach skills, including building relationships with youth and adult participants, employers, schools, and community-based organizations.
• Candidates should possess program coordination and documentation skills, including data entry, tracking outcomes, maintaining files, and supporting grant or funder reporting.
• Candidates should possess communication and facilitation skills, including clear written and verbal communication, group facilitation, and the ability to present workshops or trainings.
• Relevant qualifications include a commitment to social justice and equity, cultural humility, and experience working with communities of color or historically marginalized populations.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, education, human services, or a related field, or equivalent experience; bilingual abilities; and familiarity with Los Angeles County workforce and education systems.