Career Guidance Specialist
Full Time • Denver
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Position Title: Career Guidance Specialist
Reports to: NWP Manager
Location: Denver Indian Center, Inc. 4407 Morrison Road
Denver, Colorado 80219 must be able to be onsite during business hours unless travel/appointments.
DICI Mission: Empowering our Youth, Families and Community through Self-Determination, Cultural Identity and Education
Position Summary: The NWP’s Career Guidance Specialist is responsible for assisting program participants in becoming job and career ready and employed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position will not directly supervise any staff but may oversee interns and volunteers.
Salary: $57,000–$59,000 based on experience and skills
Responsibilities:
1. Provide excellent customer service for all community members utilizing DICI programs and facilities including sharing information about the NWP and the DICI, if necessary.
2. Assist in recruitment efforts of the NWP; travel may require 25% of time.
3. Conduct individualized assessment and intake for program participants to determine “fit” with desired employment and the Native Workforce Program.
4. Assist program participants to continually develop job search knowledge and skills including resume preparation, job search, and computer (software) usage, to name a few.
5. Assist program participants to learn and incorporate soft skills (job preparation like dress for success and interview skills) and knowledge.
6. Maintain current job opportunity resource materials including posting on bulletin boards, website(s), and database(s) for sharing with program participants, partners and professionals.
7. Assist program participants in the development of an individualized employment plan (IEP);
8. Responsible for keeping accurate and timely documentation of all services provided.
9. Responsible for entering accurate and timely data into the NWP information management system.
10. Working closely with NWP Manager for client orders and case management reporting.
11. Work with other DICI employees, when necessary to assist other areas of the Denver Indian Center
12. Delivered services in a timely manner, efficiently, and effectively and are documented appropriately.
13. Maintain strict confidentiality of all DICI records, access to the department and proprietary information.
14. Adhere to DICI and NWP financial guidelines, policies and procedures (manual);
15. Adhere to all applicable federal, state, local, DICI and program guidelines (regulations and laws).
16. Adhere to DICI personnel guidelines (manual).
17. Maintain a high level of professional ethics and standards.
18. Efficient in Microsoft Office applications and databases.
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Educational Requirements:
1. Associate degree/bachelor’s degree in business and/or human services, preferred); and/or equivalent experience will be considered.
2. Continued professional development to expand knowledge to stay current with developing trends related to work responsibilities.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
1. Experience working with American Indian/Alaskan Native people.
2. Knowledge of American Indian culture; (Preferred)
3. Ability to speak English fluently (Preferred)
4. Computer proficiency with office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, and database systems.
5. Knowledge of job search skills development, job placement, and job retention);
6. Knowledge of individual assessments.
7. Knowledge of job coaching.
8. Knowledge of labor market analysis.
9. Self-directed and motivated with strong organizational, systematic, and orderly abilities including a high attention to detail.
10. Ability to work effectively with NWP Department and Denver Indian Center Staff.
11. Ability to motivate program participants and to encourage successful completion of individual goals; and
12. Excellent communication skills include the ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations.
13. Follow up with clients to assess next steps in their career/training or education.
14. Prepare narrative when presenting PAR requests for review for approval.
15. Multilingual is a plus, especially cultural languages.
Other requirements:
1. A current/valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
2. A clean criminal background check
3. Ability to be placed on DICI insurance.
Instructions and Deadline: Submit cover letter and resume to frances@denverindiancenter.org
Reports to: NWP Manager
Location: Denver Indian Center, Inc. 4407 Morrison Road
Denver, Colorado 80219 must be able to be onsite during business hours unless travel/appointments.
DICI Mission: Empowering our Youth, Families and Community through Self-Determination, Cultural Identity and Education
Position Summary: The NWP’s Career Guidance Specialist is responsible for assisting program participants in becoming job and career ready and employed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position will not directly supervise any staff but may oversee interns and volunteers.
Salary: $57,000–$59,000 based on experience and skills
Responsibilities:
1. Provide excellent customer service for all community members utilizing DICI programs and facilities including sharing information about the NWP and the DICI, if necessary.
2. Assist in recruitment efforts of the NWP; travel may require 25% of time.
3. Conduct individualized assessment and intake for program participants to determine “fit” with desired employment and the Native Workforce Program.
4. Assist program participants to continually develop job search knowledge and skills including resume preparation, job search, and computer (software) usage, to name a few.
5. Assist program participants to learn and incorporate soft skills (job preparation like dress for success and interview skills) and knowledge.
6. Maintain current job opportunity resource materials including posting on bulletin boards, website(s), and database(s) for sharing with program participants, partners and professionals.
7. Assist program participants in the development of an individualized employment plan (IEP);
8. Responsible for keeping accurate and timely documentation of all services provided.
9. Responsible for entering accurate and timely data into the NWP information management system.
10. Working closely with NWP Manager for client orders and case management reporting.
11. Work with other DICI employees, when necessary to assist other areas of the Denver Indian Center
12. Delivered services in a timely manner, efficiently, and effectively and are documented appropriately.
13. Maintain strict confidentiality of all DICI records, access to the department and proprietary information.
14. Adhere to DICI and NWP financial guidelines, policies and procedures (manual);
15. Adhere to all applicable federal, state, local, DICI and program guidelines (regulations and laws).
16. Adhere to DICI personnel guidelines (manual).
17. Maintain a high level of professional ethics and standards.
18. Efficient in Microsoft Office applications and databases.
(cont. pg.2)
Educational Requirements:
1. Associate degree/bachelor’s degree in business and/or human services, preferred); and/or equivalent experience will be considered.
2. Continued professional development to expand knowledge to stay current with developing trends related to work responsibilities.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
1. Experience working with American Indian/Alaskan Native people.
2. Knowledge of American Indian culture; (Preferred)
3. Ability to speak English fluently (Preferred)
4. Computer proficiency with office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, and database systems.
5. Knowledge of job search skills development, job placement, and job retention);
6. Knowledge of individual assessments.
7. Knowledge of job coaching.
8. Knowledge of labor market analysis.
9. Self-directed and motivated with strong organizational, systematic, and orderly abilities including a high attention to detail.
10. Ability to work effectively with NWP Department and Denver Indian Center Staff.
11. Ability to motivate program participants and to encourage successful completion of individual goals; and
12. Excellent communication skills include the ability to develop and deliver both oral and written presentations.
13. Follow up with clients to assess next steps in their career/training or education.
14. Prepare narrative when presenting PAR requests for review for approval.
15. Multilingual is a plus, especially cultural languages.
Other requirements:
1. A current/valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
2. A clean criminal background check
3. Ability to be placed on DICI insurance.
Instructions and Deadline: Submit cover letter and resume to frances@denverindiancenter.org
Compensation: $57,000.00 - $59,000.00 per year
Serving the Crossroads of Indian Country for over 50 years
To empower our American Indian youth, elders, families and community by promoting self-determination and economic, mental and physical health through education, advocacy and cultural enrichment.
Empowering American Indian youth, elders, families, and the broader community is a vital mission that hinges on promoting self-determination and well-being across various dimensions. By prioritizing education, we can equip young people with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex world, while also preserving the rich cultural heritage that defines their identity. Advocacy plays a crucial role in amplifying their voices, ensuring that their rights and needs are acknowledged and addressed at both local and national levels. Fostering economic health involves creating opportunities for sustainable development and entrepreneurship, which can lead to greater financial independence and security. Meanwhile, focusing on mental and physical health is essential for building resilient communities, capable of facing the challenges of today and tomorrow. Cultural enrichment ties all these efforts together, as it nurtures a sense of pride and belonging, empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to their communities. Through these combined efforts, American Indian communities can achieve a future that honors their past while embracing new possibilities.
The Denver Indian Center Inc. (DICI) is an urban cultural gathering center for the American Indian and Alaska Native community of the Denver Metro area. DICI is a 501 (c) 3.
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