Job Description

Job Title:

Corporate Representative

Salary Range

: $55-60,000 Annual Starting Salary

Location:

Washington D.C.

Purpose:

A socially-conscious company is seeking a Corporate Representative aka Career Advisor for a workforce development program. The ideal candidate is business-minded, results-driven, and comfortable building relationships to provide comprehensive career services to low-income and underserved job seekers. The ideal candidate can provide individualized career services in group and one-on-one settings, enjoys working with diverse groups of people, and is a self-starter looking to play a proactive role in helping underserved job seekers discover their strengths, develop short- and long-term goals, and take actionable steps towards career development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct intake, eligibility screening, and job readiness assessments with program participants


Oversee barrier removal before and after job placement, ensuring the participant has the resources and support they need to obtain and retain employment (i.e. housing, clothing, healthcare, childcare, etc.)


Develop individualized employment service plans for participants


Regularly meet with participants in-person or over phone/video to ensure program participants are continually progressing towards their professional, personal, and academic goals


Conduct reengagement efforts through home visits and other forms of outreach


Provide individualized support to clients during their job search efforts, higher education applications, personal and career assessments, and exam preparation


Maintain detailed case notes, update attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and other administrative tasks on a timely basis


Refer clients to vocational trainings, technical skills classes, and other certification programs


Meet weekly, quarterly, and annual enrollment and job placement numbers


Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment

Desired Qualifications

Minimum of 4-year degree, relevant experience and/or advanced studies in social services a plus


One to three (1-3) years of experience working with clients/participants in a workforce development, social services, or community-based context


Experience developing individualized service and/or employment plans for participants preferred


Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness


Experience with Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed, and/or Two-Generational methods a definite plus


Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)


Familiar with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and/or SharePoint preferred


Understanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plus


Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


Paid Time Off Package


401K Matching After 1 Year


Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency