Job Title: Corporate Representative
Salary Range: $55-60,000 Annual Starting Salary
Location: Washington D.C.
Purpose: A socially-conscious company is seeking a Corporate Representative aka Career Advisor for a workforce development program. The ideal candidate is business-minded, results-driven, and comfortable building relationships to provide comprehensive career services to low-income and underserved job seekers. The ideal candidate can provide individualized career services in group and one-on-one settings, enjoys working with diverse groups of people, and is a self-starter looking to play a proactive role in helping underserved job seekers discover their strengths, develop short- and long-term goals, and take actionable steps towards career development.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct intake, eligibility screening, and job readiness assessments with program participants
- Oversee barrier removal before and after job placement, ensuring the participant has the resources and support they need to obtain and retain employment (i.e. housing, clothing, healthcare, childcare, etc.)
- Develop individualized employment service plans for participants
- Regularly meet with participants in-person or over phone/video to ensure program participants are continually progressing towards their professional, personal, and academic goals
- Conduct reengagement efforts through home visits and other forms of outreach
- Provide individualized support to clients during their job search efforts, higher education applications, personal and career assessments, and exam preparation
- Maintain detailed case notes, update attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and other administrative tasks on a timely basis
- Refer clients to vocational trainings, technical skills classes, and other certification programs
- Meet weekly, quarterly, and annual enrollment and job placement numbers
- Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of 4-year degree, relevant experience and/or advanced studies in social services a plus
- One to three (1-3) years of experience working with clients/participants in a workforce development, social services, or community-based context
- Experience developing individualized service and/or employment plans for participants preferred
- Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness
- Experience with Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed, and/or Two-Generational methods a definite plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiar with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and/or SharePoint preferred
- Understanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plus
- Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off Package
- 401K Matching After 1 Year
- Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
