Career Development Specialist (case Manager)

Kforce Inc

Benton Harbor, MI, United States
On-site
Assess and evaluate one-stop customers
Resolve barriers with disadvantaged participants
Timely data entry and maintain accurate files
The Career Development Specialist will assess and evaluate One-Stop customers in alignment with high-demand industries, identify opportunities for skill upgrades or re-training, and enroll qualified job candidates into appropriate training opportunities

Job Summary

  • The Career Development Specialist will assess and evaluate One-Stop customers in alignment with high-demand industries, identify opportunities for skill upgrades or re-training, and enroll qualified job candidates into appropriate training opportunities.
  • The Career Development Specialist is a crucial player within Michigan Works! Team, working with a variety of populations seeking employment and connecting them to community resources.
  • Kinexus, recognized as one of Nonprofit Times 2017-2022 Best Nonprofits to Work For, offers a robust onboarding experience, job training, and exceptional benefits.

Matching Summary

The Career Development Specialist will assess and evaluate One-Stop customers in alignment with high-demand industries, identify opportunities for skill upgrades or re-training, and enroll qualified job candidates into appropriate training opportunities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • assess and evaluate One-Stop customers
  • resolve barriers with disadvantaged participants
  • timely data entry and maintain accurate files
  • knowledge of current Michigan Works! services
  • utilize tools to assess skills and abilities
  • interact daily with internal and external partners

Nice-to-have

  • passionate about serving others
  • work in a team environment
  • adapt to change and fast pace
  • model the way for a common purpose
  • live our values - be bold

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Two years of professional experience
  • Spanish bilingual ability
  • Must be able to lift to 25 pounds
  • willing and able to travel approximately 30%

Work Rights

Not specified

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