What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Counselor position at American Indian OIC?
Position: Takoda Works Career Counselor
Classification: non-exempt
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:
American Indian OIC is a community-based workforce development organization committed to supporting American Indian people and others to fulfill their education, complete career training, gain employment and advance in their career pathway. AIOIC operates a Minneapolis contract-alternative high school and an accredited post-secondary institute and is a recognized ABE/GED consortium. In addition, we offer a wide array of employment services.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position will provide case management supports and coordination efforts for the Takoda Works team – with some emphasis placed on Takoda Works re-entry initiatives. Therefore, this position requires both internal and external deliveries of employment services.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employment Counseling:
- Provide employment services to the participants who are enrolled in programs for the Takoda Works Department.
- Establish and maintain strong professional networks with employers to assist participants in connecting to jobs.
- Collaborate with other AIOIC staff and external connections to assist participants with accomplishing their employment related goals.
- Assist participants with career search activities and pathways to employment that are in our Youth, Adult, MFIP and re-entry programs.
- Connect program participants to appropriate services and resources such as: child-care, housing, mental health/ disability services, education needs, trainings, and other resources according to the participant’s goals and plans.
- Maintain case files and documentation per program requirements while adhering to program and agency policies.
- Connect with participants regularly to encourage, engage, and enable employment placement – complete with ongoing collection of retention data.
- Complete Agency Intake Paperwork with community walk-ins and direct them to appropriate organization services.
- Oversee Career Resource Room and assist users as needed.
- Accurately enters information into data base within established timelines.
- Makes referrals to internal and external services.
- Work with the team to teach work readiness classes.
- Participate in team meetings to improve client progression and program/ agency outcomes.
- Attend trainings, workshops, and events (as designated by supervisor and/or administration).
- Assist team and program manager with other related work as needed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Preferred: Associate degree in a related field or 3-4 years of relevant experience or experience working with an employment services program.
- Preferred: Some experience working with participants who have been involved in the justice system.
- Proven verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to create a welcoming and trusting atmosphere for clients and team members.
- Proven time management skills as well as the ability to prioritize work.
- Some understanding of Native American culture and values.
- Experience working with diverse populations in an education or social service setting.
- Have a current GCDF or be willing to obtain the certification.
- Able to work within a team.
- Ability to multitask.
- Able to work with sensitive information and confidentiality.
- Organized and able to meet deadlines and program outcomes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software and the ability to enter data accurately.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit a resume, cover letter, and references by November 30th, 2021 to the Director of Takoda Works.
American Indian OIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VII. AIOIC prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,000.00 - $41,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location