What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Advisor position at Abacus Group?
Our client is a recruiting agency. They seek a career advisor to join their Washington, DC, office. ResponsibilitiesConduct intake, eligibility screening, and job readiness assessments with participantsCoordinate barrier removal before and after job placement, ensuring participants have the resources and support needed to obtain and retain employment (e.g., housing, clothing, healthcare, childcare)Create individualized employment service plans for participantsEngage with participants regularly in person or via phone/video, to ensure continuous progress toward professional, personal, and academic goalsSupport clients individually with job searches, higher education applications, personal and career assessments, and exam preparationMaintain detailed case notes, update attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and complete other administrative tasks promptlyRefer clients to vocational training, technical skills classes, and certification programsAchieve weekly, quarterly, and annual enrollment and job placement targetsDemonstrate professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivate clients to secure full-time employmentRequirements4-year degree, relevant experience, or advanced studies in social services 1-3 years of experience working with clients/participants in a workforce development, social services, or community-based contextExperience developing individualized service and/or employment plans for participants preferredExperience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populationsExperience with Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed, and/or Two-Generational methods a definite plusUnderstanding of workforce development, employment services, and adult education a definite plusStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficient in Microsoft OfficeFamiliarity with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and or SharePoint preferredJobID: 47771Company DescriptionAbacus Group is an award-winning executive search firm specializing in the permanent, temporary, and temp-to-perm placement of Accounting & Finance, Public Accounting, Administrative Support, Compliance, Human Resources, Marketing & Communications, and Information Technology professionals across all industries. Our diligent and personal approach has been honored by Clearly Rated’s “Best of Staffing” awards for exceptional service as well as Forbes' "America’s Best Recruiting Firms" awards. We attribute our repeat recognition as one of Crain’s New York’s “Best Places to Work in New York City” to our familial, supportive, and transparent company culture. Founded in 1997, Abacus Group is headquartered in New York with additional offices in California and Florida.
Salary : $26 - $27