Career Counselor
JOB SUMMARY:
The Career Counselor (CC) is a pivotal role on our team. The CC provides career counseling and coaching to help customers enhance their training and professional skillset to obtain employment in their desired field. The CC expands job seeker employment opportunities and directly impacts mission success.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides a comprehensive assessment to include career aptitude assessments to help identify needs, and evaluate the customers’ interests, skills, and abilities.
- Recommend helpful workforce programs and services at the local, state, and federal level that customers are eligible to participate in.
- Provides customers with interview and resume assistance, soft skill development, and recommends additional training opportunities.
- Provides information on the local job market, employment services and resources, educational opportunities, and other available services.
- Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with internal team members, the public and external partners.
- Self-monitors caseload and maintains data accuracy, the integrity of the case file and confidentiality of customer information.
- Actively seeks ways to improve workforce services to meet labor market needs.
- Ensures customers are regularly tracked to contribute to C2GPS performance goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned and fulfills responsibilities as required.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of workforce development, economic development, and project management.
- Knowledge of effective conflict resolution practices, or individual case management and career counseling.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, technology, and computer skills.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work with diverse customers with unique needs and communication styles.
- Can effectively handle or resolve challenging situations and difficult customers. Is sensitive to customer needs and feelings and demonstrates concern for others.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, organizational skill, and detail oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with management, coworkers, Board staff, and the public.
- Ability to develop strategies and solutions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associates or undergraduate degree preferred
- (1) year of relevant experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance with good driving record.
- Ability to relocate within the service delivery area.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical requirements include lifting to 10 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, bending, and walking to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity, speech, and hearing. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. Occasional driving and travel may be required. Flexible hours may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
C2 Global Professional Services (C2 GPS) is leading the charge in innovative workforce and career services, making a real impact in Texas, Florida, and communities across Southern Nevada. Known for our exceptional customer service, we pride ourselves on forging strong relationships within our local communities and empowering job seekers to land meaningful roles and advance their careers.
At C2 GPS, our core values of Respect, Communication, Customer Engagement, and Ingenuity are at the heart of everything we do. We strive for excellence that sets us apart from the competition. As we experience rapid growth, our services reach across multiple counties in Texas, Florida, and Southern Nevada, demonstrating our commitment to making a difference.
Our guiding principle is clear: to navigate the complex landscape of workforce development, our passionate team members provide unparalleled customer service and actively support the communities where we live and work.
Join a team of talented professionals dedicated to transforming lives for the better. Not only will you collaborate with a passionate and committed group, but you’ll also gain access to a competitive benefits plan that enhances your work-life balance. Let’s make a difference together!
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EEO/AA
C2 Global Professional Services, LLC reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. Our policy prohibits employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, pregnancy, medical condition, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws.
Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Employment decisions can include hiring, firing, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions will be made based on individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.