February 2, 2023
Career & Employment Specialist
Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials
Pittsfield, IL
$34,237 – $41,845 a year – Full-time
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Job details
Salary
$34,237 – $41,845 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s (Required)
- Driver’s License (Required)
- Work authorization (Required)
BenefitsPulled from the full job description
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings accountShow 5 more benefits
Full Job Description
Career & Employment Specialist
Full-Time Position
Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials is a non-profit agency, serving Adams, Brown, Pike, and Schuyler counties in Illinois, whose mission is to grow stronger and more positive communities through relationships. As a connected community of individuals, families, businesses and government; we focus on supporting the basic needs of our community, fostering resiliency and developing economic opportunity for all.
We are accepting applications for a full time (30 or more hours per week) Career & Employment Specialist in the Workforce Development Department in Brown, Pike, & Schulyer Counties. The position will be in these counties at least one day each week. Position might also be in Adams County weekly.
Responsibilities:
- Assess and interview applicants for appropriate program intake and enrollment
- Develop an employment plan for clients that leads to a sustainable career
- Partner with local educational institutions and social service agencies to assist clients
- Provide individual vocational-supportive counseling to clients
- Network with local employers to build connections for employment referrals for clients
- Present workforce programs to local individuals, employers, and agencies
- Keep detailed and accurate case notes on clients using several systems
- Teach workshops on job readiness and career development
- Market programs and resources through community resources and social media
- Travel required to all counties of service
- Responsible for providing contracted services for the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act program
Qualifications
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required
- Computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Related intake and/or case management experience preferred
- Must be well-organized and able to coordinate appointments and paperwork
- Ability to work with a diverse population in various settings
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Salary
Dependent on qualifications.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Vacation, and Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contribution
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34,237.00 – $41,845.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: One location
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Application response rate: 78%
Hiring 1 candidate for this role
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