Role Purpose
The Employment Guidance Officer is required to work as part of a staff team implementing objectives and actions set out in the organisations programme of work.
This is a front-line role delivering essential services to Local employment service clients.

DUTIES OF THE ROLE
The role of the Employment Guidance officer is to provide clients with a confidential, individual career path planning, guidance and counselling service on a caseload basis.
To develop and plan individual career path progression routes for unemployed clients which having assessed the client’s current employability status indicates concrete actions that need to be taken to secure employment
To effectively manage a DSP’s computerised client caseload system to ensure that the appropriate tracking mechanisms are in place with the LES and other systems as directed
Maintain caseload records and build a case-study portfolio and general statistical information
Make appropriate referrals to agreed suitable programmes and projects.
Individually and as part of the LES Team, build well-grounded networks into local agencies, to manage the realisation of the progression route ensuring that the relevant agencies provide the necessary progression steps
As part of the LES Team and in conjunction with other staff propose and on occasion provide inputs on innovative training to meet client’s needs
To provide an aftercare service to both clients and employers
Generate progression reports on an agreed basis

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications: The Employment Guidance Officer will be able to demonstrate practical experience of employment and education issues affecting individuals and communities. A relevant third level qualification or at least 1 years’ experience in a similar type role is a minimum requirement.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE
Must have experience of working directly with adults in an adult guidance setting or related area
Knowledge of labour market trends and opportunities
Knowledge of education and training pathways to employment
Experience in making effective referrals
Experience in working with clients in a one-to-one setting
A record of planning, achievement, and implementation
Must demonstrate an understanding and commitment to social inclusion and adult guidance practices
Must have experience of establishing contact and developing relationships with key stake holders including statutory bodies, employers and other sector stakeholders
In possession of excellent written and oral communication, facilitation and presentation skills
Computer literate in dealing with standard MS word and data processing, spreadsheet and communication packages

Your application package will include:
application form (available on request)
detailed cover letter
CV
Further information and application form on request email: jim.hargis@standrews.ie
Please use “Job Application” on the subject line.
Please note that the successful candidate will be recruited and will be subject to ongoing appraisement and review. The position is funded for 2021 and ongoing is subject to funding availability.