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Maximus

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What they do

A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.

$59,532 / year median in Wisconsin

+3% projected growth

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Careers - Job Details (redesign) Maximus - 3.5 Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time $21 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication High school diploma or GED Full Job Description General information Date Thursday, August 13, 2026 City Milwaukee State WI Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements Join our dedicated team as an Emergency Assistance Specialist based out of our office in Milwaukee, WI. The ideal candidate will have valuable case management experience, thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment, and be skilled at multitasking with strong abilities in assessing client needs, coordinating services, and providing effective support. This position will be an onsite contract position with one of our partnering agencies. The position work hours are from 8am - 5pm Central Time Zone, with occasional rotating Wednesdays operating from 10am - 7pm.

•This is a temporary position that will end December 31st

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Cultivate and nurture professional relationships with customers, continuously monitoring their engagement and progress within the program. Regularly collaborate with customers to set and accomplish program goals, ensuring ongoing eligibility and program service maintenance. Demonstrate extensive program knowledge, guiding customers through various stages of the application process, from enrollment to benefit and service allocation. Assist customers in accessing essential services aligned with program objectives, including educational or vocational training, medical care, childcare, transportation, mental health resources, legal assistance, and other pertinent needs. Conduct follow-ups with customers to address needs, resolve concerns, and ensure their requirements are met satisfactorily. Collaborate with team members to provide expertise and support in resolving participant issues effectively. Maintain accurate and timely case documentation for all customer interactions, ensuring comprehensive records of activities. Share updates regarding outreach and engagement initiatives with project staff, facilitating effective communication. Identify and communicate barriers hindering customer engagement with the Provider, informing project staff promptly. Perform additional duties as directed by leadership to support program objectives. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or GED required and 0-2 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior case management experience, preferred. Prior customer service experience, preferred. Experience working with low-income and diverse populations, preferred. Microsoft Proficiency, preferred. Must reside in or near Milwaukee County, WI EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances. Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at . Minimum Salary $ 21.00 Maximum Salary $ 21.00