Youth Advisor, Youth Employment Counselor

Counselors assist with ensuring efficient and effective program operations by identifying and recruiting qualified youth; implementing program activities; recruiting private and public sector employers for programs; establishing good customer relations with employers and monitoring work site performance; assisting with the development of employment training curriculum and leading employment training workshops; providing employment counseling; working with participants in developing good work habits; and serving as a role model. Perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidates should have some knowledge of employment and training needs of economically disadvantaged youth; experience with utilizing data base management systems to support case work activities; ability to align day to day work responsibilities to program objectives; ability to work in collaboration with a team to coordinate and implement service plans; ability to work independently within the framework of complex scheduling and program regulations; ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Maintain participant records related to hours worked, attendance, and wages;
• Prepare and distributes required program paperwork;
• Provide recommendations for the development of transition plans and activities that enhance participants’ employability and address barriers to participants achieving employment goals;
• Conduct weekly work/training site visits to provide guidance and support to participants;
• Utilize Web Harmony as primary source for case management notes and documentation;
• Conduct program orientation for participants and work site supervisors;
• Coordinate transportation;
• Perform special duties / projects as assigned.
• Identify programmatic problems and seeks appropriate resolution from supervisor;
• Determine applicants' eligibility for Youth Services Programs;

Completion of college-level courses in counseling, education, social work or related field; one year of experience in human service work involving public contact; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Employees must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence.

Completion of college-level courses in counseling, education, social work or related field; one year of experience in human service work involving public contact; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Employees must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of their residence.