Employment Counselor

1 week ago


Buffalo, New York, United States Catholic Charities of WNY Full time
Job Title: Employment Counselor

Catholic Charities of WNY is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Employment Counselor to join our Workforce and Education department. As an Employment Counselor, you will play a vital role in helping individuals achieve their career goals and improve their overall well-being.

Job Summary:

As an Employment Counselor, you will be responsible for assessing participants' employability, providing job development services, resume development, job application assistance, community linkage, and advocacy work. You will work closely with local employers to match students with available employment opportunities and provide employment-related supports to students/participants.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess and evaluate participants' job performance and provide constructive feedback
  • Expand and maintain a job bank for direct hire or work experience job sites
  • Collaborate with educators and case managers to provide employment-related supports to students/participants
  • Utilize various methods, including standardized tests and websites, to assess participants' employability, strengths, and barriers to employment
  • Present to schools, career programs, education departments, and community organizations on program incentives and eligibility
  • Formulate a work plan for participants to develop short- and long-term career goals
  • Facilitate ongoing job readiness classes to program participants, focusing on employability skills such as communication, interviewing, and conflict resolution
  • Assist clients with job placement, including job-search classes, resume/cover letter development, labor market analysis, and employment contacts
  • Maintain case files as directed to meet customer follow-up and program evaluation needs
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in social work, school or career counseling, guidance, education, or a related human services field
  • Must have reliable transportation for job requirements
  • Preferred: knowledge and experience with vocational and employment assessment, experience working with at-risk in and out of school youth, and experience working with older youth and adult populations
What We Offer:
  • 35-hour work week
  • 14+ paid holidays for FT
  • Up to 25 PTO days a year
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage offerings
  • Flexible Spending Account option
  • Health Savings Account when electing a high deductible health plan
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403B Retirement Plan with employer contribution after six months

Catholic Charities of WNY is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all individuals. Apply today at ccwny.applicantpro.com/jobs.


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