Career Advisor at Para Los Ninos
About the Employer
About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services. Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los Niño’s model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Position Overview Temporary Through November 2023 Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Career Advisor is responsible for assessing the client needs for services and providing appropriate case management to help youth reach desired employment and academic goals. The career advisor will work with youth under the Para Los Niños Youth Source Center which will serve youth ages 14-21 with a focus on re-engaging youth in school and work, improving student retention, and bolstering academic proficiency. An emphasis will be placed on guiding youth through an assessment and self-inventory process that helps them identify their interest, preferences, motivations and options. Duties - Carries out mission, vision and values established by President/CEO and Board of Directors as it fits within the city-wide Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program and the mission of the collaborative partners. - Conducts program outreach, recruitment, orientations and client intake/eligibility. - Performs comprehensive assessment of youth to determine academic, vocational and/or supportive service needs. - Develops Individual Service Strategy for youth (ISS). - Assists universal access participants who utilize the YouthSource Center. - Provides appropriate linkages to network partner services. - Facilitates meetings with parents, school counselors, probation, law enforcement, employers and other entities for the purpose of ensuring that outcomes and objectives for youth are achieved. - Works with Youth Workforce Services program staff to ensure youth receives appropriate employment/academic linkages and other services. - Collaborate with school staff to support dropout prevention and intervention services including the development of services for youth who need alternative education in order to complete a high school diploma or GED. - Answers telephone calls regarding services; follows up with inquiring youth. - Maintains record of all client contact and s
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience Requirements - AA degree or equivalent required, BA preferred. - At least two (2) year of Workforce Investment Act experience preferred - At least three (3) year of experience working with low-income, underserved youth and families. - Familiar with the North East Los Angeles area. This position requires that the Career Advisor builds trust in the community and is aware of the needs and concerns of youth. Special Skills / Knowledge /Abilities - Good verbal and writing skills, including a strong grasp on computer programs. - Provide outstanding customer service and confidentiality. - Ability to maintain participant files and other documentation. - Have the ability to identify and access community resources. - Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to fellow team members. - Ability to read, analyze and interpret most complex documents relating to regulations under WIA guidelines. - Have knowledge of the needs of youth and factors that support their social and physical well-being. - Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationship with youth and be sensitive to the clients’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Ability to work independently, be flexible and dependable, and demonstrate initiative and creativity. - Personnel who provide youth services have the ability to: Lead discussions, conceptualize well, and communicate effectively. - Mobilize and educate youth about formal and informal resources to support families. - Must be bilingual. Other Requirements - Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed). - Valid California driver’s license. State required automobile insurance coverage. - Must be able to work until 8 p.m. twice a week and on Saturdays.
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees Must have all required vaccinations, including influenza and Covid-19. Physical Requirements To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. - Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. - Must be able to speak and hear well. - Good vision is imperative. - Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. - Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following - Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños. - Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families - Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues. - Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development. - Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. - Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team. - Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition. - Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to effectively handle challenging situations - Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches. - Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience Requirements - AA degree or equivalent required, BA preferred. - At least two (2) year of Workforce Investment Act experience preferred - At least three (3) year of experience working with low-income, underserved youth and families. - Familiar with the North East Los Angeles area. This position requires that the Career Advisor builds trust in the community and is aware of the needs and concerns of youth. Special Skills / Knowledge /Abilities - Good verbal and writing skills, including a strong grasp on computer programs. - Provide outstanding customer service and confidentiality. - Ability to maintain participant files and other documentation. - Have the ability to identify and access community resources. - Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to fellow team members. - Ability to read, analyze and interpret most complex documents relating to regulations under WIA guidelines. - Have knowledge of the needs of youth and factors that support their social and physical well-being. - Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationship with youth and be sensitive to the clients’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Ability to work independently, be flexible and dependable, and demonstrate initiative and creativity. - Personnel who provide youth services have the ability to: Lead discussions, conceptualize well, and communicate effectively. - Mobilize and educate youth about formal and informal resources to support families. - Must be bilingual. Other Requirements - Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed). - Valid California driver’s license. State required automobile insurance coverage. - Must be able to work until 8 p.m. twice a week and on Saturdays.
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees Must have all required vaccinations, including influenza and Covid-19. Physical Requirements To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. - Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. - Must be able to speak and hear well. - Good vision is imperative. - Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. - Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following - Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños. - Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families - Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues. - Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development. - Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. - Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team. - Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition. - Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to effectively handle challenging situations - Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches. - Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.
Comments and Other Information
Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.