Career Advisor

1 week ago

Portland, United States Goodwill Industries of Northern New Engl Full time

**Goodwill Northern New England — good works here**

**This role will have the option to work out of one of our four offices which are Sanford, Kittery, Portland, and Windham**

Goodwill is looking for **full time Career Advisors** to join our staff At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to helping individuals facing barriers to employment find meaningful work opportunities. When you join our team, you become part of a community passionate about making a positive impact.

Here, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and diversity. We celebrate each team member's unique strengths and abilities, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Working together creates a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for our customers, clients, and fellow employees.

**Location(s)**:
Sanford

Kittery

Portland

Windham

**BENEFITS**:
**In addition to employment that is fulfilling, meaningful, and supportive, Goodwill employees also receive**:

- Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
- Telehealth services for physical and mental well-being
- 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT.
- Generous PTO Plan
- Valuable job training with growth potential
- And more

What makes Goodwill NNE special is how much we care about our employees. We offer "life navigation" services, which means you can get free counseling and help if you're going through tough times. Goodwill NNE is all about creating a friendly and respectful workplace. We want everyone to be kind, open, good listeners, and supportive of each other. When you join the Goodwill NNE team, you're not just getting a job; you're becoming part of a community that looks out for its employees and their well-being.

**Job Summary**:
As a Career Advisor, you'll play a vital role in helping clients overcome employment barriers and achieve their short-term and long-term employment and training-related goals. You will connect clients with opportunities that lead to sustainable jobs, ultimately contributing to their success.

Responsibilities include:

- **Client-Centered Support**: Collaborate with clients to assess their job competencies and identify and overcome barriers to achieving their employment and training goals. Connect clients with opportunities leading to sustainable employment.
- **Building Partnerships**: Establish and maintain partnerships with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired—Foster connections and relationships with community businesses to promote and further the Agency's services.
- **Coordination of Services**: Coordinate services for participants with other internal and external programs, service providers, community organizations, and training providers.
- **Documentation**: Maintain accurate customer files, personal plans, progress summaries, progress case notes, and other necessary documentation.
- **Collaboration**: Work closely with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired to help clients achieve their vocational goals.

**Requirements**:

- High School Diploma or Equivalency
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel within the York and Cumberland County region.
- Comfort with travel to worksites, training locations, partner agencies, and client access points.
- Proficiency in computer technology and programming, including Microsoft systems and databases.
- Valid driver’s license permitting safe vehicle operation with a clean driving record.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check meeting Agency standards.
- Ability to engage employers "live" for job development (e.g., cold calling).

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- BA/BS in business, human services, human relations, or related fields.
- Experience supporting clients with barriers to employment.
- Fluency in American Sign Language and multilingual abilities.
- Knowledge of blind and visually impaired, hard of hearing, and deaf cultures is a strong plus.

**Experience**: Preferred
- Knowledge of blind and visually impaired and hard of hearing, and deaf cultures.
- Commitment to serving individuals with disabilities.

**Education**: Required
- High School Diploma/GED or better

Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree - Related field or better

**Licenses & Certifications**: Required
- Drive. Lic. - Class C

**Skills**: Preferred
- Customer Service
- American Sign Language
- Goal Setting
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Documentation
- Confidentiality
- Communication - written
- Communication - verbal

**Behaviors**: Preferred
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

**Motivations**: Preferred
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outsid

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