MassHire Springfield
Career Counselor Job Placement
MassHire Springfield, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119
Job Description
MassHire Springfield Career Center is looking for a Job Placement - Career Counselor with bi-lingual skills (English-Spanish) to guide people through selecting and enrolling in services offered by the Career Center. As a Job Placement - Career Counselor, you are responsible for providing a broad range of services to job seekers related to training and job search. This includes explaining program criteria and eligibility, assessing skills through testing, determining eligibility, preparing individuals for services, monitoring training progress, assessing job readiness, assisting in job placement, providing intensive job search services, and conducting necessary follow-up services. The Job Placement - Career Counselor must be effective in working with people from a wide diversity of backgrounds and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Verify any assistance programs job seekers currently utilize, determine eligibility for government-funded programs and training grants.
Assess job seekers' skill levels by administering standardized testing and evaluating achieved score levels, and assigning appropriate training, programs, or other center resources.
Assist job seekers in developing individual training and job search plans that will fit their specific needs.
Provide technical assistance and one-on-one training on the use of computers (including the internet and social media), fax and copy machines, and various software to assist job seekers in their job search; provide a wide range of job coaching on all subjects related to job searching.
Provide workshop opportunities for job seekers, in person and online.
Maintain knowledge of all Career Center programs available for eligible job seekers as well as programs of partner agencies and refer members to the appropriate program(s) to address needs.
Perform all necessary data entry in a timely and accurate manner documenting job seeker interactions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in counseling, social work, or a human services field. In some cases, experience may be substituted for education.
Three or more years of experience working in counseling and/or case management; knowledge of job search and career planning and development desirable.
Detail-oriented, with customer service, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
Strong writing, verbal, and listening skills.
Ability to develop and facilitate PowerPoint presentations and workshops.
Ability to execute multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; ability to work with a diverse population.
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
Bi-lingual language skills (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
Demonstrated reliability and dependability.
Additional Information:Annual salary for this position is $46,200.
How We Feel About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion And Belonging:
MassHire Springfield Career Center is committed to bringing together persons from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or religious belief. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
MassHire Springfield Career Center participates in the E-Verify Program.
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MassHire Springfield Career Center is looking for a Job Placement - Career Counselor with bi-lingual skills (English-Spanish) to guide people through selecting and enrolling in services offered by the Career Center. As a Job Placement - Career Counselor, you are responsible for providing a broad range of services to job seekers related to training and job search. This includes explaining program criteria and eligibility, assessing skills through testing, determining eligibility, preparing individuals for services, monitoring training progress, assessing job readiness, assisting in job placement, providing intensive job search services, and conducting necessary follow-up services. The Job Placement - Career Counselor must be effective in working with people from a wide diversity of backgrounds and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Verify any assistance programs job seekers currently utilize, determine eligibility for government-funded programs and training grants.
Assess job seekers' skill levels by administering standardized testing and evaluating achieved score levels, and assigning appropriate training, programs, or other center resources.
Assist job seekers in developing individual training and job search plans that will fit their specific needs.
Provide technical assistance and one-on-one training on the use of computers (including the internet and social media), fax and copy machines, and various software to assist job seekers in their job search; provide a wide range of job coaching on all subjects related to job searching.
Provide workshop opportunities for job seekers, in person and online.
Maintain knowledge of all Career Center programs available for eligible job seekers as well as programs of partner agencies and refer members to the appropriate program(s) to address needs.
Perform all necessary data entry in a timely and accurate manner documenting job seeker interactions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in counseling, social work, or a human services field. In some cases, experience may be substituted for education.
Three or more years of experience working in counseling and/or case management; knowledge of job search and career planning and development desirable.
Detail-oriented, with customer service, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
Strong writing, verbal, and listening skills.
Ability to develop and facilitate PowerPoint presentations and workshops.
Ability to execute multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; ability to work with a diverse population.
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
Bi-lingual language skills (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
Demonstrated reliability and dependability.
Additional Information:Annual salary for this position is $46,200.
How We Feel About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion And Belonging:
MassHire Springfield Career Center is committed to bringing together persons from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or religious belief. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
MassHire Springfield Career Center participates in the E-Verify Program.
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