Youth Career Advisor (800017) $21.23 hour at Equus

Columbia, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

21.23

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruiting, Case Management, Eligibility Determination, Career Counseling, Mentoring, Workshop Facilitation, Work-based Learning, Partnership Building, Documentation, Performance Monitoring, Motivational Skills, Communication, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Company Description We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites. Job Description Youth Career Advisor Job Description We are seeking a Youth Career Advisor to join our WIOA Youth team in the Midlands region of South Carolina. This role is essential in guiding young people (ages 17–24) toward education, training, and meaningful employment opportunities. Key Responsibilities Recruit, enroll, and case manage eligible youth participants under WIOA guidelines. Conduct eligibility determination, assessments, and development of individual employment plans (IEPs). Provide career counseling, mentoring, and support services to help youth overcome barriers to employment and education. Facilitate workshops, orientations, and group activities focusing on career readiness, financial literacy, leadership, and workplace skills. Connect participants to work-based learning opportunities (work experience, OJT, internships, job shadowing). Partner with Career Advisors, Business Solutions Consultants, and local schools, training providers, and employers to build pathways for participants. Maintain accurate case notes, activity codes, and documentation in SCWOS and other required systems. Monitor performance measures (credential attainment, measurable skill gains, placement in education/employment) to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines. Track participant progress, provide follow-up services, and celebrate youth success stories. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education, Human Services, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and workforce development experience). Experience working with youth or young adults, especially those facing barriers to employment/education. Strong knowledge of WIOA Youth programs, workforce development, and community resources preferred. Excellent communication, facilitation, and motivational skills. Ability to build rapport with diverse populations and maintain professional boundaries. Strong organizational and documentation skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with SCWOS (South Carolina Works Online System) preferred. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Salary $21.23hr 75 hours per pay period Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions. When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law. Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions. When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law. Job Title: Career Advisor (800017) State Location: SC

Responsibilities

This role involves recruiting, enrolling, and case managing eligible youth participants (ages 17-24) under WIOA guidelines, including conducting assessments and developing individual employment plans. The advisor will provide career counseling, facilitate readiness workshops, connect participants to work-based learning, and maintain accurate system documentation.