Job Description

Job Description

Job 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.

• Facilitate reentry planning and community resource coordination
• Meet with individuals in a jail setting, both one-on-one and in group settings
• Work with external partners to ensure services are coordinated to address barriers to employment and life management challenges
• Serve as a vital part of the individual's support system, assisting them with barrier remediation and development of strong interpersonal skills
• Provide one-on-one individualized services to each customer to ensure short- and long-term goals are met.
• Meet with mentees on a regular basis and more when needed. Excel at creating a safe space for open dialogue and discussion.
• Advocate for clients concerning mental and physical health services, educational needs, legal and housing assistance, and employment search and support
• Document all customer interactions within the system of record
• Maintain interpersonal boundaries and ensure the role of mentor and mentee is clearly defined at the onset of the relationship ensuring safety for all individuals involved.
• Maintain accurate customer files
• Collect data and generate reports, prepare reports and presentations as needed
• Work collaboratively with team members
• Other duties assigned

• Familiarity with workforce development a plus
• Experience working with criminal justice system partners and justice involved individuals
• Experience with public speaking and group facilitation
• Must be able to interact with customers of all backgrounds and advocate on their behalf
• Have a deep level of empathy and excellent listening skills
• Have a thorough understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and their uses in reducing recidivism
• Strong organizational, decision making, and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work remotely or in person as required
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Valid Driver's License in good standing and automobile insurance required for this driving position

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

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