Jobs
>
Stratford

    CAREER COUNSELOR - Stratford, United States - The WorkPlace

    Default job background
    Description
    EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


    Description Job Title:
    CAREER COUNSELOR (Community Health Worker)

    Department:
    OperationsClassification: Non-Exempt

    Pay Grade:
    $45,000-$52,000SUMMARYA Career Counselor must successfully provide case coordination and management to individuals with multiple barriers to education and employment by utilizing assessments, planning, and related activities. The Career Counselor shall function as both the case manager and academic/career advisor for their assigned participants. The Career Counselor will work collaboratively with the Employer Relations Specialist (ERS) by assisting to arrange interviews, creating resumes; monitoring participant performance throughout the program, and counseling participants so that all programmatic metrics are successfully met. Career Counselors will use assessment information to develop individual career plans, assist in choosing appropriate training and refer qualified participants to employers and conduct necessary follow-up throughout the participant's enrollment.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    Work with program staff to conduct eligibility determinations and certify participants using program guidelines. Assist participants in determining the appropriate career pathway by analyzing their skills, interests, and aptitudes.

    Develop a mutually agreed upon individualized education plan to identify the participant's short-term and long-term objectives, update the plan as needed and monitor participants' progress.

    Responsible for tracking and reporting participant support services funds and training accounts to management on a monthly basis. Counsel participants in career planning and job search strategies while facilitating the creation of viable long-term career goals. Work with ERS staff to support enrolled participants with job search efforts. Provide comprehensive case management and career counseling services to participants, including assessments, resumes, and employment preparation. Follow-up with existing participants to assess their job search, resume writing, and interview progress. Following up with individuals regarding job interviews and employment status. Researching and developing industry knowledge in key occupations in order to ensure effective matching of candidates to available positions. Conduct mock interviews and assist participants with the creation of resumes and cover letters.

    Develop partnerships with employers and with education and training providers, to facilitate the delivery of program services and assure positive outcomes for participants.

    Ensuring the integrity of data is recorded accurately, factually, and correctly reported, documented, and entered into appropriate databases. Other duties may be assigned.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for own work and not required to direct or supervise other personnel but may occasionally instruct or show another employee how to perform the work.

    QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    Demonstrated knowledge and experience in employment counseling, and/or case management Ability to work with and support a diverse customer base Ability to motivate clients and establish a supportive professional relationship with participants Commitment to assisting low-income and disadvantaged individuals in overcoming barriers to achievement and success in their personal and work lives Demonstrate knowledge of labor market trends, healthcare opportunities, and job growth Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skillsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree or equivalent majoring in Human Services, Education or Business Management and/or three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    COMPUTER SKILLSThe ability to understand more advanced computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Willingness to master appropriate data and case management systems.

    OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMultilingual preferredPreference is given for training in Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, and/or Professional Accredited Resume Writer (PARW)CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSN/APosition RequirementsFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Travel RequirementsExempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location WorkPlace Lafayette About the OrganizationThis position is currently accepting applications.


  • MARS Solutions Group

    Career Counselor

    2 weeks ago


    MARS Solutions Group Waterbury, United States

    **MARS Solutions Group is seeking a dynamic Career Development Specialist at Waterbury CT.** · **Job Description: · - ** · On hybrid basis to join our Client's team. Our client, a leading financial services firm, provides an array of financial solutions, spanning wealth managemen ...


  • Apex Ventures Sandy Hook, CT, United States Freelance

    The Transition Counselor at the TAP Center in Sandy Hook, CT is responsible for providing essential services to transitioning Service Members and their Family Members. This includes offering individual counseling to facilitate personal interactions, answer questions, provide clar ...


  • Commonwealth of MA - Health & Human Services Roxbury, United States

    **Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive)**: · - Provide professional vocational counseling within a continuum of services to help clients achieve success and to remove barriers by identifying unique strengths, resources, and abiliti ...


  • Food Bank of Delaware Milford, United States

    **Position Summary** · The Workforce Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting students and alumni in successfully completing training and gaining and maintaining employment post-graduation. The Workforce Program Coordinator achieves this through a combination of formal a ...


  • Community Resources for Justice Milford, United States

    Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 145-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct care as well as research and consulting services within the areas of the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Public Policy fields. Our four divisions, Social Justice Servi ...


  • Food Bank of Delaware Milford, United States

    **Position Title**: **Recruitment Coordinator** · **Reports To**: **Director Workforce Training Programs** · **FLSA**: **Exempt** · **About the Food Bank of Delaware** · - The mission of the Food Bank of Delaware is to provide nutritious foods to Delawareans in need and facilitat ...


  • AccentCare, Inc. Milford, United States

    Overview: · **Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Spiritual Care Counselor at AccentCare** · **Coverage area: Sussex County** · **Reimagine Your Career in Hospice** · As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts you as much as your patients and their families, and ...


  • Community Resources for Justice Milford, United States

    Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 145-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct care as well as research and consulting services within the areas of the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Public Policy fields. Our four divisions, Social Justice Servi ...


  • Management & Training Corporation New Haven, United States

    **Overview** · **Pay: $290.00 per day** · **Work with a purpose Begin a career as part of our team of instructors, utilizing your skills and abilities to change the life of a Job Corps student** · **Position name: Career Technical Training Instructor Substitute** · **Facility nam ...

  • US Internal Revenue Service

    Eeo Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    US Internal Revenue Service Fairfield, United States

    **Duties**: · **WHAT IS THE EDI-EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION **DIVISION?** · Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: · **Equity, Diversity and Inclusion - Disability Services** · The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. · - T ...


  • Mass Rehabilitation Commission Roxbury, United States

    Attention all Vocational Counselors, Job Placement Specialists, and Career Counselors: are you looking for a new role? The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission is searching for a **_Bilingual Spanish (written and verbal) Qualified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (QVRC)_**. ...


  • Danbury Public Schools Danbury, United States

    JobID: 6178 · **Position Type**: · Adult Education**Date Posted**: · 5/20/2024**Location**: · WERACE/Adult Ed · - WERACE curriculum writers collaboratively work with other certified adult education teachers to create and formalize curriculum that is utilized in the English as a s ...


  • Little Flower Wading River, United States

    **A Career with Little Flower** · Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. ...

  • Medi-Weightloss

    Medical Director

    1 week ago


    Medi-Weightloss Stamford, United States

    **_Position: Medical Director_** · **_Company: Medi-Weightloss of Wilton and Stamford_** · **_ · About Us:_** · Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss of Stamford and Wilton where we're dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss ...


  • Keri Spielmann LLC Danbury, United States

    1. Lead classroom experience in a preschool, with the ability to design preschool curriculum and classroom structure · 2. 6 months experience providing high-quality ABA · Be part of the work that is changing the lives of individuals (as young as 18 months and as old as 21 years) ...


  • Mass Rehabilitation Commission Roxbury, United States

    The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) are seeking to improve competitive employment outcomes for individuals who are shared consumers of DMH and MRC through the development of a robust vocational rehabilitation network of serv ...


  • Oak Hill Meriden, United States

    Oak Hill has been enhancing the lives of people with disabilities since 1893 We invite you to join our team of highly committed professionals. Founded in 1893 by trailblazer and visionary, Emily Wells Foster, Oak Hill has over 129 years of experience providing the highest quality ...

  • Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc.

    College Advisor

    2 days ago


    Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. New Haven, United States

    **History** · Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. (HHYEP), founded in 2004, is a statewide college access organization that provides college-planning services to districts and high school students, grade 9 thru 12, and their families, throughout the State of Connectic ...


  • Telecare Corporation Norwalk, United States

    "They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare · Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage ...

  • Telecare Corporation

    Clinical Director

    3 days ago


    Telecare Corporation Norwalk, United States

    "They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Orange County Region · **Join Our Compassionate Team** · Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and eff ...