Career Coach

2 weeks ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Action for Boston Community Development Full time
Career Advisor - BRCC

Department:
Education, Training, and Youth Services

Employment Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Cambridge

Description

The BRCC helps returning citizens develop the employment and communication skills and connection to their community that they need to succeed outside of prison.

We are seeking a Career Advisor to provide one-on-one coaching and employment case management to formerly incarcerated individuals trying to move their careers forward.

In addition, the role represents the program at recruitment events and workshops for area prisons, halfway houses, sober homes, and community partner locations.

You will work with job seekers to identify their strengths, overcome barriers, and plan a pathway to stable and rewarding careers.

Key Responsibilities

Explain to customers the procedure and process for Career Center services including career planning, job development, labor market information, training opportunities, partner services and referrals.

Provision of services, including but not limited to, resume review/development, cover letter review/development, job search strategies, provision of labor market information, job referrals and referral to additional partner services.

Develop a needs analysis and employment plan including goal setting.
Customer approach to the individual's needs and elicit solutions and strategies from the customer.
Gather information through interviewing and observing individuals.
Provide feedback and an objective perspective as customers evaluation their options or make career transitions.

Support customers through transitions and facilitate decision making and goal setting including referrals to partners, to training, TRADE, Section 30 and ITA process.

Maintain knowledge of state of the art career assessments; administer and interpret as appropriate.
Research labor market issues and current workplace trends.
Will handle high stress situations while demonstrating sound decision making process.
Present a range of job search and career transition workshops.

Inform customers of matters relevant to Career Center services; follow up on previous services; determine the success of prior services; update information; and offer additional services.

Input relevant customer data appropriately and timely by following all MOSES entry policies. Utilize MOSES reports appropriately and timely.
Maintain 30 day contact with a large caseload of customers by telephone, email, and personal appointments.
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with Career Center partners.
Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Minimum of High School Degree or GED required and minimum of three years of customer service or relevant experience required

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human services, public administration, business management or related field preferred but not required.

At least 2 years of experience working in a career center, providing services to businesses, or other related experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge and experience with WIOA, TRADE, RESEA, (and other Career Center Programs) regulations, programs, guidelines and administrative requirements preferred.

Strong public speaking/presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to work sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Bilingual skills in spanish are preferred.
Why Work Here

Make a Difference:

Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.


Inclusive Environment:
ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.

Continuous Learning:

We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.


Comprehensive Benefits:

At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.


A Legacy of Impact:

Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community's most vulnerable.


Teamwork & Camaraderie:

Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.

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