About the Role:

The Career Advancement Navigator plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals to achieve their professional goals by providing personalized guidance and support throughout their career development journey. This position focuses on assessing clients' skills, interests, and experiences to create tailored advancement plans that align with their aspirations and market opportunities. The Navigator collaborates with educational institutions, employers, and community resources to connect clients with relevant training, certifications, and job openings. By continuously monitoring progress and adapting strategies, the Navigator ensures clients remain motivated and equipped to overcome barriers to career growth. Ultimately, this role drives positive employment outcomes and fosters long-term career satisfaction for diverse populations across the United States.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience in career counseling, workforce development, or a related area.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with diverse client populations.
• Proficiency in using career assessment tools and employment databases.
• Ability to manage multiple client cases and maintain detailed records of client interactions and progress.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Career Development, or a related discipline.
• Certification as a Career Development Facilitator (CDF) or equivalent credential.
• Experience working with underserved or disadvantaged populations.
• Familiarity with labor market trends and workforce development programs in the United States.
• Bilingual abilities, particularly in Spanish or other commonly spoken languages, to better serve diverse communities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ career goals, skills, and educational backgrounds to develop individualized advancement plans.
• Provide one-on-one coaching and counseling to help clients identify opportunities for skill development, certifications, and job placements.
• Facilitate workshops and informational sessions on resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organizations to expand resources available to clients.
• Track client progress and outcomes, adjusting plans as needed to ensure continuous career development and successful employment transitions.

Skills:

The required and preferred skills are essential for effectively guiding clients through their career advancement journeys. Strong communication and interpersonal skills enable the Navigator to build trust and rapport with clients from varied backgrounds. Analytical skills are used to assess client strengths and labor market data to create realistic and achievable career plans. Organizational skills ensure that multiple client cases are managed efficiently, with accurate documentation and follow-up. Additionally, proficiency with digital tools and career resources supports the delivery of workshops and the identification of relevant job and training opportunities.

About Us:

Goodwill is an EEO employer and is committed to serving members of the military, Veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Our goal is to help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.  Goodwill provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability. Applicants with disabilities may contact Goodwill’s Human Resources Department at 912.354.6611 for assistance in accessing the on-line application system. Please be sure to include your name, preferred method of contact, and details on your requested accommodation. Goodwill will make every effort to respond to your request promptly.