What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Counselor position at AVIVO?
Do you know, you have the power to change the course of someone’s life?
Avivo employees do this every day, and we want you to join the team. At Avivo, our employees work with utter commitment to their clients, embracing the full person, believing in the dignity of all people.
Why This Role Matters
At Avivo, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live well and work well.
As a Career Counselor, you will provide intensive case management, career exploration, and employment services to individuals enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP). You'll partner with participants to identify career goals, overcome barriers, and build pathways toward meaningful employment and long-term self-sufficiency.
Working throughout the St. Cloud community, you'll help individuals discover their strengths, explore career opportunities, access training and education, and connect with employment resources. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, improve their financial stability, and create brighter futures for themselves and their families.
And yes — Avivo is a 32-hour work week organization, offering full-time pay and benefits while supporting balance and sustainability in your work.
What You'll Do
- Conduct participant orientations, intake assessments, and employment planning activities
- Help participants identify career goals that align with their strengths, interests, and skills
- Provide career counseling, job search assistance, resume development, and interview preparation
- Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment
- Support participants in accessing training, educational opportunities, and community resources
- Facilitate workshops on employment-related topics such as digital literacy, workplace communication, employer expectations, and resume writing
- Develop relationships with employers and identify employment opportunities for participants
- Represent Avivo at hiring events, networking opportunities, and community-based employment activities
- Maintain accurate participant records, case notes, reporting, and database documentation
- Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to support participant success and positive employment outcomes
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED with four years of relevant experience
- OR an associate degree in human services or a related field with two years of relevant experience
- OR a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field
- Experience supporting individuals from diverse cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds
- Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to support participants in goal setting, career exploration, and employment planning
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience working independently in community-based settings
- Experience facilitating workshops, presentations, or group discussions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data systems
- Commitment to culturally responsive, participant-centered services
- Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the community
What We Offer
- 32-hour full-time work week
- Medical Health plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Nice Healthcare: offers chat, video visits and in-home primary care visits
- Dental plan
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic Life/AD&D & Voluntary Life/AD&D
- Long term disability
- Option to purchase critical illness, accident insurance and short-term disability
- 401(k) Plan
- 10 Paid holidays & generous PTO
How to Apply
Submit your application online through Avivo’s Careers page at Avivomn.org. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. Early applications encouraged as interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
Make a Difference with Avivo.
Avivo will begin participating in E-Verify effective July 1, 2025.
Avivo will recruit, hire, promote and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy) or mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic characteristics.
Salary : $27 - $33