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Goodwill Northern New England Adult Career Advisor - Cumberland and York County in Portland, Maine
Description
As a Career Advisor at Goodwill Northern New England, you will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others by offering expert career guidance, personalized coaching, and valuable resources to low-income people, people in recovery, or people just released from a correctional facility.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Career Advisor to join our team. As a Career Advisor, you will play a vital role in helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and achieve their career goals. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, guiding individuals in exploring career options, providing resume and interview preparation assistance, and facilitating workshops and seminars. If you are a compassionate professional who genuinely desires to empower and help individuals thrive, we invite you to join us.
The Career Advisor is expected to:
Develop and/or provide work-related assessments of personal aptitude, abilities, skills, and knowledge.
Coordinate customer services with other internal and external programs, service providers, community organizations, employers, and training providers.
As needed, prepare and maintain accurate customer personal plans, progress summaries, progress notes, and other documentation.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalency, in combination with either:- Experience supporting clients with barriers to employment- Experience developing business relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to travel as required to worksites, training locations, partner agencies, and client access points.
A criminal background check that meets Agency standards
Preferred Qualifications:
BA/BS in business, Human Services, Human Relations, or related fields
What We Offer:
At Goodwill Northern New England, we believe in supporting our employees just as much as they support our mission. In addition to working in a fulfilling and supportive environment, our employees enjoy:
Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
Generous PTO Plan
Paid Holidays
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
Valuable job training with growth potential and more!
What sets Goodwill NNE apart is its unique commitment to the well-being of its employees. They offer private "life navigation" services, including free counseling and other assistance, helping individuals facing challenging circumstances achieve personal stability. In addition, all employees have access to telehealth services, ensuring their physical and mental health needs are met. Goodwill NNE's Citizenship Behaviors foster a workplace culture of inclusivity and respect, emphasizing kindness, openness, active listening, and support. Joining the Goodwill NNE team means a fulfilling career and the chance to be part of a community that genuinely cares about its employees and their well-being.
- Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School Diploma/GED or better
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree - Related field or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Drivers License ME
Experience
Preferred
- Experience supporting clients with barriers to employment.