Career Advisor, Out-of-School Youth

Job overview

The Career Advisor role is onsite in Gary, IN, with compensation of $40,000 per year. The position supports Goodwill Industries of Michiana - Northwest’s Out of School Youth team in preparing young people for employment, military service, or postsecondary education. The advisor case-manages participants and provides intensive services, from eligibility and assessment through career planning, training opportunities, and work-based learning. This work helps youth and young adults become job-ready and supports their employment and education goals.

What you'll do

• Case-manage participants and provide intensive services
• determine eligibility
• administer or proctor needs assessments and interpret results
• identify barriers and services
• develop and update Career Pathway Plans with customers
• facilitate education, employment, and supportive services
• offer training opportunities and work-based learning
• ensure customers know the 14 WIOA program elements
• maintain confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

career advisor

out-of-school youth

gary in

goodwill industries of michiana

full-time

onsite

$40,000/year

career pathway plans

wioa

youth employment

needs assessments

associate degree required

2 years related experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Supports out-of-school youth through career pathway planning and work-based learning.

About the employer

Goodwill Industries of Michiana - Northwest is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.