Career Planner (Rockford and Freeport) Job at Rock Valley College

Rock Valley College Rockford, IL 61114

    JobID: 1764

    Position Type:
    Technical/Professional
    Date Posted:
    11/2/2022
    Location:
    North Main Street

    Position Title:
    Career Planner (Rockford and Freeport)
    Dept: WIOA Employment Grants
    Employee Status: Full-time (Grant Funded – Funded through June 2023)
    Type: Professional Staff Association (PSA)
    Grade: A
    Target Salary: $45,000
    Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
    Location: This position operates three days a week at the Workforce Connection in Rockford and two days a week at the Workforce Connection in Freeport.
    FLSA: Exempt
    Priority Application Deadline: Thursday, November 17
    To save time applying, Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.
    Reporting Relationships
    Reports to: Supervision is received from the Director of Enrolled Services
    Supervision Exercised: Supervision may be exercised over temporary support staff and student workers.

    Job Summary:

    This position will counsel program participants as they enter Title 1B and Trade programs and provide case management on an on-going basis. Coordinate, develop and assist with assigned services, records, reports and program development. Work collaboratively with program and community partners.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Additional related duties may be assigned.

    • Counsel participants as they enter the program and provide case management on an ongoing basis.

    • Become familiar with community social service agencies, make appropriate resource referrals, provide follow-up services and track outcomes.

    • Coordinate eligibility, secure required documentation, maintain participant file and conduct file reviews.

    • Develop participant’s individualized employment plans, document updates and participate in case staffing’s.

    • Assess program participant needs and provide guidance and assistance with their training and employment goals.

    • Increase access for customers by providing services throughout the region.

    • Being knowledgeable of local employment needs, provide job opportunities to customers, connecting them with Business Service Representatives.

    • Remain familiar with local, state and federal policies and procedures.

    • Maintain confidentiality and protect customers Personal Identifying Information (PII) as required by law.

    • Become familiar with the regions training institutions and confer with Faculty and staff in the planning and development of training options.

    • Coordinate, develop and assist with assigned services, records, reports and program development.

    • Run IWDS reports and maintain customer contacts, case notes and related job requirements.

    • Assist with special projects, grants, marketing and training programs.

    • Assist with testing and assessments as needed, utilize available resources, assessments and career exploration tools.

    • Participate in committees and planning and evaluation sessions with other program staff.

    • Work in collaboration with partner programs and participate in cross-training as necessary.

    • Attend professional development training opportunities and participate in conferences and workshops as they relate to job duties.

    • Show flexibility and tolerance in dealing with persons from disadvantaged social, economic and educational backgrounds.

    • Maintain professionalism, using tact and courtesy to establish and maintain effective relationships with persons contacted in the course of work.

    • Regular attendance is required.

    Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, sociology, social work or a related area OR a Bachelor’s Degree with related work experience.

    Desired qualifications:

    • Master’s Degree.

    • Experience in counseling and testing adults in educational program is desired.

    • Experience in working with private industry in the community.

    • Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.

    Work Environment
    While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting.

    Physical Demands
    Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.


    Full-time Positions: (ADL, ADM, PSA, ESP)
    The chosen candidate for this position will be offered an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and group life along with AD&D insurance. In addition, optional flexible spending accounts, LTD, supplemental life insurance and AD&D for you and your dependents. State Universities Retirement System (SURS) pension in place of Social Security and optional retirement savings programs. Complimentary use of the Fitness Center for employee and spouse or domestic partner, Educational Assistance, and Tuition Waivers for employee and dependents, paid holidays, 20 vacation days first year, 12 days paid sick leave each year, three personal days each year, which can accumulate up to 9 days. The College has an onsite clinic - RVCare.

    Rock Valley College values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful environment, as we believe that diversity in our organization encourages a rich and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse organization and encourage all qualified applicants to apply today. We are also committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please contact our Human Resources Department at (815) 921-4760. Check out Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Wellness, Benefits, job openings, and more at Rock Valley College!




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