Reentry Career Planner

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Reentry Career Planner

Salary

$47,008.00 - $69,118.40 Annually

Location

Fort Dodge - 50501 - Webster County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-03765

Agency

309 Iowa Workforce Development

Opening Date

05/03/2024

Closing Date

5/19/2024 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

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Point of Contact

Richelle Seitz - richelle.seitz@iwd.iowa.gov

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Job Description

Iowa Workforce Development is seeking applicants for the position of Reentry Career Planner at the Fort Dodge, IA Correctional Facility.

About Iowa Workforce Development

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.

Your role as a Reentry Career Planner

• Coach inmates on job searches and assist to build their personal and job skills for successful employment.

• Provide reemployment services to soon to be release offenders on-site at a correctional facility.

• Development an employment plan to identify employment goals, career planning, and assessments.

• Provide short-term pre-vocational services and reemployment workshop information and communication.

• Develop and maintain a documented plan of action for clients with proper and timely case notes.

• Facilitate employment and training services with a primary focus on meeting the needs of clients who are unable to obtain employment and need additional assistance.

• Conduct ongoing follow-up communication activities with ex-offender’s job search progress to ensure a successful outcome.

• Facilitate reemployment group and individual workshops on topics of:

• Job application skills

• Resume development.

• Interview skills.

• Mock interviewing.

• Researching industry trends.

• Soft skills, including communication, punctuality, and personal maintenance skills.

• Provide offenders with community resources to support employment plan.

• Ensure information is provided about Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC).

• Federal bonding.

• Housing assistance.

• Food assistance.

• Vocational Rehabilitation.

• Registered Apprenticeship.

• Training opportunities.

• Veterans and other community resources.

• Participate in development and implementation of recruitment strategies.

• Collaborate with Business Services Team to match ex-offender with job opportunities and help job seekers obtain meaningful employment opportunities.

• Continued on-going follow-up to support ex-offenders.

Benefits

Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off, including nine paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave accrual.

• Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an additional optional deferred compensation retirement plan.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.

• Free Life and Long-term Disability Insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage.

• Employee Assistance Programs and Discount Programs for support.

Clickhere (https://das.iowa.gov/state-employees/human-resources/employee-benefits-programs/employee-benefits-overview) to learn more about all of the amazing benefits the State of Iowa offers.

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.

No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place.?Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of full-time public contact work obtaining, analyzing and evaluating data such as job/claims interviewing, testing, referral and/or placement, sales representative, credit investigation, or related public contact work dealing with job applicants and employers in a variety of supportive clerical and outreach functions for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years;

OR

employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to twelve months of full-time work as a Workforce Associate.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/WorkforceAdvisor-00807.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Travel may be required for positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.

Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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  Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university?

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  If you are a CURRENT employee for the State of Iowa (executive branch) how many months of full-time experience as a Workforce Associate do you have?

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• Six months or less

• Six months to less than 12 months

• 12 months or more

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  How many years do you have of post high school education AND/OR experience in full time public contact work obtaining, analyzing and evaluating data such as job/claims interviewing, testing, referral and/or placement, sales representative, credit investigation, or related public contact work dealing with job applicants and employers in a variety of supportive clerical and outreach functions? 30 semester hours will be one year of post high school education and substitute for one year of the identified work experience.

• No post high school education or work experience in the areas identified

• Less than one year of post high school education and the specified work experience

• One year to less than two years of post high school education and the specified work experience

• Two years to less than three years of post high school education and the specified work experience

• Three years to less than four years of post high school education and the specified work experience

• Four years or more of post high school education and the specified work experience

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State of Iowa

Agency

309 Iowa Workforce Development

Address

1000 E Grand Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/

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