COIC is looking for a dedicated individual with a strong background in case management, administration, and adult coaching and wants to be a part of our inaugural mobile service platform. The right candidate enjoys networking and developing relationships with local employers, serving their community and an eager willingness to travel throughout Central Oregon. This includes opening new doors for many Central and Eastern Oregon communities to services once outside their reach. This position is paid at $21.46 to $37.64/hour, DOE and Qualifications. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for working with individuals with diverse backgrounds with a background in mentoring or coaching individuals facing barriers to success. Experience developing and fostering relationships in the community and knowledge of the local employment environment a plus. Come join the COIC team and work for an organization serving and doing great things in Central Oregon!
Job Details:
Job Title – Mobile Employment Counselor
Hours/Days – Normal Business Hours, Monday - Friday
Location – Based in Bend, OR. However, position requires regular travel throughout Central Oregon
Benefits include health, vision, and dental. One low monthly premium will cover you and your dependents. Earn vacation and sick time from day one and employer paid retirement! Other benefits available.
Summary of Duties:
Responsible for providing information on integrated services of various COIC and partner programs at the Bend and Redmond WorkSource locations and to rural Central Oregon and frontier communities with new innovative light commercial van converted into a mobile office with Wi-Fi workstations. Perform assessment functions both in the office and in the van and help determine customer needs. Work closely with employers, as well as community and workforce partners to determine customer needs and connect available training and related supportive resources to meet those needs.
Determine when to employ COIC employment and training resources to meet identified needs, per current policy and processes. Responsible for case management focused on increasing customers' employment and earnings and decreasing reliance on public assistance. May coordinate partner programs, conduct workshops, participate in outreach efforts to promote programs to businesses and job seekers, share front desk coverage in WorkSource centers and other program projects as assigned.
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience in related field may be substituted.
- Ability to pass a post offer criminal background and driving check including driving history.
- Valid Driver’s License and access to a private vehicle or equivalent means of transportation.
- Must have good working knowledge of operating motor vehicles and a driving record which demonstrates adherence to traffic laws and regulations. One year or more experience driving a light commercial van, RV, or similar style vehicle preferred.
- Ability to pass post offer pre-employment drug test.
- Must have knowledge and ability to navigate within geographic service area.
- Ability to strategize, prioritize, and work independently when remote.
- Must have the ability to work independently and effectively without close supervision as well as within a team environment.
- Utilize effective time management and organizational skills.
- Must have good public speaking and public relations skills.
- Effective use of oral and written communication skills.
- Must have demonstrated ability to work positively and encourage success with high-risk target population and poorly functioning families.
- Knowledge of the Central Oregon labor market, the public/private business sectors, and local community resources.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports.
- Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, MS Office Suite, and internet-based programs.
- Attention to detail is critical.
- Must maintain client and agency confidentiality.
- Ability to problem solve minor computer and IT issues when working remotely.
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