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The Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance (LLWA) seeks a Workforce Advisor to provide employment and training services through the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) program. The LLWA is a five county workforce consortium with funding provided by federal grants.

Entry level case management position that provides outreach, intake, orientation, and eligibility determination duties for federal grant program, Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA).  Develops new initiatives for program delivery as needed.

• Provides individual vocational counseling and job search assistance to customers and      community
• Conducts one-on-one interviews with customers to assess training and service for workforce programs available under the WIOA.
• Provides all levels of career and training services to eligible customers.
• Provides case management and vocational/employment counseling with customers from throughout the area of Cass, Christian, Logan, Menard and Sangamon Counties.
• Conducts suitability determinations utilizing assessment tools, budget information, labor market information and information gathered through customer interviews.
• Prepares files for presentation to the approval committee.
• Upon approval, determine financial needs of the client and work with fiscal department to obligate such.
• Obtains and reviews appropriate documentation for program eligibility, develop customer file, and complete data entry into state database system.
• Certifies individual client eligibility and provide information to clients with regards to    allowable registered program services.
• Act as a mentor/coach for assigned WIOA participants.
• Assists in promoting workNet services for the five-county workforce area.
• Facilitate the dissemination of WIOA informational/marketing materials to customers, partner organizations and community.
• Research employment and performance outcomes and process participants for program exit.
• Develop workshops on various topics related to job search, training opportunities and career development.
• Increase awareness of technology to customers utilizing the Resource Room.
• Perform other duties as may be necessary or assigned by the Director.
• Adhere to the philosophy and policies of the Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance and Board.

Bachelor's degree preferred in social service, education, workforce development, human resource management or related area; Combination of education and work experience may be considered. Two years professional work experience in social services.

Knowledge of workforce issues, community resources and labor market information; computer literacy (Microsoft products) including proven knowledge of database systems and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people; written and verbal communication skills and problem solving ability; ability to provide excellent customer service.

Salary: $44,806

Submit cover letter, resume and a list of three references by December 31, 2026 to: Search Committee, Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance, 1300 S. Ninth St, Springfield, IL 62703 or email to Michelle Griebler - mgriebler@worknet20.org The Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance and Board are equal opportunity employers. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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