Gesher Human Services | Southfield, MI Department: Workforce Development
Mission and Values
Gesher Human Services is a bridge to hope and opportunity for people at work, at home, and in the community. Gesher's workforce development, behavioral health, and inclusion programming serves all Metro Detroiters while meeting the needs of the Jewish community.
Values: People First, Integrity, Forward Thinking, Kindness
General Job Description
Career Planner provides case management services to clients participating in career development, job training, and job placement activities funded under various grants including WIOA, PATH, FAE&T and/or Wagner-Peyser. Together with the client, the Career Planner develops a service plan and delivers services which can include career planning, training, and supportive services to eliminate barriers and result in meaningful employment.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Education, Business, HR or related field strongly preferred Facilitating Career Development (FCD) Certification and/or BSP Certified preferred Proven ability to provide customer services to disadvantaged individuals Strong interpersonal skills and ability to respond effectively to multiple requests
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide orientation to services and resources available in the center Advocate for and link customers to community services and assess available support services Develop, enhance, and deliver workshops for groups and individuals Maintain and provide reports tracking customer information, attendance, and activity Support customers in the resource center with resume development and job applications Provide intake and determine customer eligibility for services; assist in setting short- and long-term goals Assess each assigned customer by examining their capabilities, needs, and vocational potential and create an Individual Success Strategy Administer and interpret vocational assessment tools such as CASAS, interest surveys, and standardized aptitude tests Complete all data entry, reporting, and documentation requirements accurately and on time Partner with Business Relationship Coordinators to identify local employer needs and develop on-the-job training opportunities Participate in networking and continuing education activities to improve service delivery and impact
Gesher is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.