Universal Workforce Advisor (Full-Time). Esperanza

Esperanza has an immediate opening for a full-time Universal Workforce Advisor. Esperanza is a faith-based non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and identifying resources that strengthen the Hispanic community.
General Responsibilities : Provide assessment and referral services to individuals to support the achievement of their employment goals. Assist participants in understanding the full array of services offered; recommend, promote, and schedule participants for Universal and specialized services; follow up with participants on a regular basis to ensure participation in planned services. Assess individuals' proficiency with using computers in the Career Resource Center; assist in registration for PA CareerLink. Report on participant progress and enter detailed case notes into the Commonwealth Workforce Development System. Serve as a liaison to other affiliates by connecting participants to external support systems and services based on their individualized needs, personal concerns, or barriers to employment. Work closely with WIOA program staff to ensure a team approach in providing instruction of work readiness for career seekers. Assist participants in developing a Work Readiness Portfolio that includes a resume, sample application, cover letter, thank you letter, reference sheet (professional/personal), and a mock interview evaluation form. Submit any required case notes and reports on a timely basis. Attend regular staff, unit, team, and individual supervisory meetings. Participate in agency activities, quarterly meetings, and committees in order to share information that will promote the purpose and mission of the organization. Perform any other duties and tasks as required by the division. Standard working hours will be 8:00am-4:30pm. Stay Current in Philly's Higher Education and Nonprofit SectorWe compile a weekly email with local events, resources, national conferences, calls for proposals, grant, volunteer and job opportunities in the higher education and nonprofit sectors.
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