TANF Specialist

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

- Prepares, organizes, and maintains accurate, updated information in both electronic and paper participant files reflecting the entire history of a program participant including log of supportive services issued

- Provides case management with a focus on helping customers to prepare for employment that leads to self-sufficiency

- Complete the tasks from the menu of services that are selected by each school to which you are assigned.

- Schedule and conduct workshops, webinars. and other classroom activities designed to prepare students for career pathways

- Coordinate online learning activities; assigns appropriate courses related to individual employment plans and goals, and monitors progress

- Administer Pre/Post-test assessments per curriculum and course certification documented in State system,

- Conduct assessment of skills, aptitudes and abilities

- Research and identify and deliver appropriate curriculum as needed to meet objectives

- Ensure adequate preparation for all training activities; materials on hand, room set-up etc.

- Interpret employer feedback to tailor course content as needed

- Collaborate with area businesses, advisory groups, and agencies to encourage the further development of school-to-work opportunities

- Investigate and share ideas regarding post-secondary options and adult services and network with all appropriate community agencies and organizations

- Develop rapport with students in order to mutually explore career options and interests

- Keep the school staff informed of your input and status of each student assigned

- Encourage students to maintain career portfolios allowing them to document their learning and skill attainment

- Display a clear understanding of Chapter 339 and use it as the basis for planning all student activities and community interactions

- Work with students individually or in groups to problem solve employment issues

- All other training and training management duties as assigned

- Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree or higher in education, counseling, social work or a related field.

- 3-5 years of instructional design and facilitation experience, preferably related to career preparation.

- Strong facilitation, public speaking, and guided learning background

- Strong organizational and time management skills

- Ability to lead learning processes and relate to diverse populations

Additional Information

Salary range: $20-22 hourly based on experience

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.