Employment Counselor, Adult Services- Bloomington Office

JOB POSTINGPOSITION TITLE

Employment Counselor Adult Services Bloomington Office

REPORTS TO

Senior Program Manager

STARTING WAGE

$25.00 per hour

REQUISITION

#ABOUT HIREDAt Hired, we specialize in supporting individuals whose opportunities have been shaped by historic and systemic inequities. We strive to provide coaching and skill-building opportunities at every step of their journey while helping individuals stabilize by meeting their basic needs and navigating systems of support. Hireds mission is to nurture purpose and advance economic opportunity for all through individualized employment and career services.

Our values include:

Putting People FirstGoing the Extra Mile Advancing EquityWorking TogetherIn addition to competitive salaries, Hired offers work/life balance supported by a hybrid schedule and a generous paid time off program that includes 3 weeks vacation, 2 weeks personal & health, 3 floating holidays and 12 observed holidays. Our group health benefit includes free virtual or in-home visits and more than 500 free medical prescriptions for enrolled employees and their household members. Other offerings are dental, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts; employer paid short- and long-term disability, employer paid life insurance; 401(K) Retirement Plan with employer contributions; voluntary vision and legal insurance. Hired is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, marital status, familial status, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Hired is an LGBTQIA2S+ friendly employer.

POSITION

DESCRIPTIONThe role of the Employment Counselor is to build strong relationships and assist diverse individuals and families in their job search and career exploration. The Employment Counselor will commit to a strength based, person centered approach to serve individuals and achieve program outcome goals. Candidates with previous experience in roles that require coaching and developing others, establishing, and maintaining interpersonal relationships, developing objectives and strategies to achieve goals and evaluation of information to determine compliance with standards such as teaching, human resources or training. This position is eligible for hybrid schedule after initial training.

POSTION REQUIREMENTS

One - three years relevant experience. Education may substitute for experienceDesire to work effectively with persons of all cultures, economic and educational backgroundsAssess and evaluate participants physical, social, vocational, educational and employment situation to determine participant strengths and identify barriersConduct one on one career exploration and assessments with participants and incorporate results in goal setting and development of employment planAssist in coordinating internal and external resources and support services by consulting with service providers, that may include health-related services, services for children, financial assistance, advocacy, and legal resources, education, work related needs and housingMaintain compliance with program contract requirements and program policies.

Maintain participant confidentiality and adhere to Data Privacy lawsComplete data entry per program requirements including but not limited to all functions in WorkforceOne electronic participant files and regular and ongoing case notingFacilitate Work Readiness TrainingIdentify appropriate training resources for participantsAbility to communicate both verbally and in writing in an organized and effective manner. Skill in counseling/coaching techniques to assist individuals to set and attain employment and training goals.

Able to prioritize and organize workflow to achieve efficiency. Computer proficiency preferred or must have the ability to learn (examples: Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases).Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONSEnrollment/AssessmentConduct or assist in conducting group or one-to-one program information/overviews for newly referred participants, building meaningful engagement on day one of fast paced program.

Case Management In collaboration with participants, develop an appropriate plan with specific timelines and measurable goals.

Provide ongoing coaching and employment counseling.

File Management/Reporting Monitor and report on participant progress.

OTHER EXPECTATIONSUnderstand and support Hired mission.

Carry out all job responsibilities in the spirit of equity and inclusion.

Desire to develop and grow intercultural competency.