Career Advisor

Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is seeking compassionate
Career Advisors to create change for the Eastern Kentucky Workforce.

Position Summary: Career Advisors are trained to develop comprehensive plans tailored to each individual. We help people launch new careers and/or advance through training services. You will work alongside a talented, and vibrant group of individuals who share your passion for helping to improve the lives of others while making our region a better place to live and work.

Job duties and details:

• Recruiting eligible participants and identifying customer and client assets, barriers, career goals, supportive service needs.
• Assisting jobseekers with a full range of employment services to advance their employment opportunities.
• Recruiting regional employers to assist them in finding and preparing workers to fit their needs.
• Participating in community events such as job fairs, benefit fairs, and partner meeting to promote WIOA and agency services.
• Accessing and maintaining customer records of activities and services provided through Google Forms, state administered databases, and any other required reporting methods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field is desired, combinations of education and work experience may substitute
• Previous experience in career development, counseling, or related field.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and travel throughout service area is required
• Hire subject to agency policy on background check and drug screening

Benefits

· Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

· Life Insurance

· Kentucky Retirement (CERS)

· Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays

Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is one of a network of more than 1,000 Community Action organizations located across the United States committed to fighting poverty by empowering individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person