Youth Career Advisor

Salary $40,000 year

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Youth Career Advisor position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.

As a Youth Career Advisor, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to youth program participants in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement. This position requires an organized individual who can efficiently handle several responsibilities simultaneously.

Successful Elements:

• Provide individualized basic skills assessments and identify employment goals based on career interest, ability, and personal development considerations
• Develop Individual Services Strategy in conjunction with youth
• Assist youth in accomplishing the goals of the Individual Service Strategy
• Coordinate and conduct program presentations to employers, educational facilities or similar entities
• Provide off-site enrollment opportunities and support with educational facilities and/or employers
• Provide comprehensive case management and follow-up to ensure positive outcomes and goals are met
• Provide referrals to appropriate community service or social service agencies as needed
• Establish detailed documentation of all client records to maintain organized database and generate all project reports as needed
• Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, education, training, human resources, or related area is preferred
• Ability to work independently as well as to function effectively as a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation is required

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!

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