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Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR)

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Job Description

The goal of the NH Employment Program (NHEP) is to assist Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) participants by providing workforce development services focused on activities that will assist them with achieving continued upward economic mobility.

A Career Advancement Counselor will provide career counseling services to participants in the Earned Income Disregard program and participants in the Post-TANF program that will lead to successful employment outcomes, increase the job retention rate, provide career advancement activities, increase the rate of earnings/wage progression, and support ongoing credential attainment by increasing the number of participants earning an industry recognized certificate.

SUPERVISION: Works under the direct supervision of the Local SNHS Field Support Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: ­

 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: 

Ability to work as a team member with co-workers or independently; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; develop and maintain effective working relationships with low-income participants, employers, public and private community agency staff, co-workers, and the general public; assess personal characteristics, physical capacities, education, work background, abilities and interests of participants; analyze job openings and other labor market data; motivate and energize individuals to work towards employment goals; basic computer programs such as e-mail and word-processing; computer competency to access employment and job search information on the internet.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s Degree from a recognized college or university in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, or related study is a plus. Minimum of two (2) years of professional work experience in case management, customer service, counseling, social services, human services, or another related field is required. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates an ability to fulfill the duties will also be considered.

 

LICENSE: 

Possession of a valid New Hampshire driver's license and/or have access to transportation for statewide and regional travel. Willingness to travel to/from DHHS District Offices, local libraries, community colleges, community resource centers, One Stop Centers, and other establishments that are convenient to participants, when applicable.

Location
Concord, NH
Category
Workforce Development
Contract type
Full Time
Desired Experience
Preferred
Education Requirement
High School | GED | HiSET
Wage
$21.42
Reference
2024-59

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