Job Counselor

Salary $17.34 per hour to $20.04 per hour. At RMCEP, you will find a team-oriented culture dedicated to serving our customers. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package.

Primary Objectives of Position:  Provide a variety of counseling services for the purpose of assisting agency clients to become self-supporting by planning for, securing and maintaining employment; and to assist agency clients to meet MFIP participation requirements as applicable.  

Required Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social and human services or commensurate experience.  English language proficient.  Must work effectively in a team-structured client services delivery system.  Able to deal with people individually or in groups.  Experience in working with groups and/or facilitating group meetings.  Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.  Computer skills to include word processing, email, internet, and accessing information.  No prior history of client abuse.  Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel locally, providing own means of transport.

Preferred Qualifications:  Exceptional written, verbal, analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills.  Familiarity with computer programs for assessment or skills development.  Knowledge of Workforce One, Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Word Processing software.  At least one year of client service experience.  Demonstrated ability to assist individuals to make career decisions, prepare for and enter employment.  Persons who are veterans or possess the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) will be given additional consideration.

Essential Functions:  

• Facilitates/conducts group workshops focusing on job search and life skills.  
• Conducts comprehensive assessment to identify barriers to employment and program service options.
• Assists clients to develop a meaningful Employment Plan for self-sufficiency.
• Assists clients to successfully implement their individual plans for self-sufficiency goals.
• Arranges for agency supportive services in program participation.
• Utilizes external resources and services to support client needs.
• Attains or exceeds prescribed performance standards on a monthly and/or annual basis.
• Maintains documentation of client contacts and progress related to their individual plans.  
• Develops prospective worksites for clients scheduled to enter paid or uncompensated work.  
• Interacts with County to coordinate services for MFIP cases, conduct orientations, and monitor client progress.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of policy requirements for RMCEP programs associated with assigned caseload.
   

Apply by 4:30pm, January 30th. Click Apply for all the details including the application and about Rural Minnesota CEP.
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