Youth Employment Counselor en BakerRipley

Key Responsibilities 

Provide one-on-one support for resume development, interview preparation, and online job applications 

Identify and refer customers to job opportunities that match their skills, experience, and goals using WorkInTexas and other tools 

Guide customers through the application, interview, and placement process; follow up with customers and employers to assess referral outcomes 

Conduct skills assessments and deliver relevant labor market information to inform job search strategies 

Facilitate job search workshops, hiring events, and group activities to connect job seekers with employers 

Support individuals not enrolled in intensive services 

Accurately document all services, referrals, and outcomes in WorkInTexas in a timely manner 

Qualifications 

Two years of work experience combining elements of training, counseling, case management, or other services 

Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base, with the ability to be culturally sensitive 

Ability to serve as a role model to customers and motivate them towards achieving goals 

Experience in recruiting or marketing services is preferred 

Case management experience and the ability to read and interpret policies and procedures 

Experience in Workforce development 

Personal computer literacy required, including effective use of the Internet, e-mail, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook); 

Ability to meet and/or exceed set goals and objectives; 

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, organizational skills, and communication skills, both oral and written, required 

Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills