Career Counselor – Economic Mobility

JFCS Pittsburgh

Career Counselor managing individual job seekers in Pittsburgh with a focus on financial mobility and career pathways. Collaborating with teams to provide resources and guidance for long-term client success.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individualized career counseling, both virtually and in person, to job seekers working toward stable employment and improved financial stability.
Guide clients through exploratory conversations to identify skills, interests, work history, and future goals to inform the career planning process.
Utilize structured tools and assessments to determine client work-readiness and eligibility for other supportive programs and services.
Interpret assessment results to help clients identify priorities and key insights to shape their career pathway direction.
Work with clients to co-create a job search strategy with clear, actionable steps to reach employment, education/training, or career advancement goals.
Ensure each client has high quality application materials needed to conduct a successful job search.
Maintain contact with clients during job search and after placement to support successful job retention and continued progress toward career goals.
Provide on-site career support through regular, community-based office hours for individuals seeking drop-in or one-time assistance.
Help to develop and facilitate virtual workshops matching current workforce trends, including Resume Writing, Job Search Techniques, Interviewing Skills, and other topics as required.
Collaborate regularly with case managers and other internal staff across JFCS departments to ensure coordinated support and access to community resources for clients.
Track and regularly monitor program data, including client engagement and case notes, in the agency database and across other platforms as needed.
Participate in training, community meetings, and professional conferences, representing the Career Services department as required.
Flexibility to adjust work schedule as needed to accommodate occasional evening appointments and/or other program activities.
Assume other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-4 years professional experience in career counseling/coaching, workforce development, or related direct service role.
Expertise supporting individuals working toward greater economic mobility, including identifying barriers to employment and referring clients to appropriate internal and external supports that promote household stability.
Demonstrated ability to build trust and work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a respectful and non-judgmental approach.
A general understanding of workforce trends and local labor markets.
Familiarity with public benefits systems and how income changes may impact eligibility is preferred.
Strong proficiency with computer systems, including Microsoft Office and client tracking/CRM databases.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to problem solve while managing multiple clients and priorities.
Experience facilitating workshops in individual and group settings, both virtually and in person.
A bachelor's degree or relevant experience in the area(s) of human services, workforce development, business, education, counseling/coaching or related field.
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Social Impact
Healthcare JFCS Pittsburgh is a comprehensive social service organization dedicated to providing innovative and compassionate support to individuals and families in the Greater Pittsburgh region. With over 80 years of experience, JFCS offers a wide range of services including career services, counseling, legal assistance for immigrants, food pantry access, and support for seniors and youth. The organization is committed to adapting its programs to meet the evolving needs of the community, especially in response to crises and challenges faced by its members. Career Counselor – Economic Mobility 🔥 49 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Pittsburgh – Hybrid 💵 $23 / hour ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 🛋️ Counselor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Provide individualized career counseling, both virtually and in person, to job seekers working toward stable employment and improved financial stability.
Guide clients through exploratory conversations to identify skills, interests, work history, and future goals to inform the career planning process.
Utilize structured tools and assessments to determine client work-readiness and eligibility for other supportive programs and services.
Interpret assessment results to help clients identify priorities and key insights to shape their career pathway direction.
Work with clients to co-create a job search strategy with clear, actionable steps to reach employment, education/training, or career advancement goals.
Ensure each client has high quality application materials needed to conduct a successful job search.
Maintain contact with clients during job search and after placement to support successful job retention and continued progress toward career goals.
Provide on-site career support through regular, community-based office hours for individuals seeking drop-in or one-time assistance.
Help to develop and facilitate virtual workshops matching current workforce trends, including Resume Writing, Job Search Techniques, Interviewing Skills, and other topics as required.
Collaborate regularly with case managers and other internal staff across JFCS departments to ensure coordinated support and access to community resources for clients.
Track and regularly monitor program data, including client engagement and case notes, in the agency database and across other platforms as needed.
Participate in training, community meetings, and professional conferences, representing the Career Services department as required.
Flexibility to adjust work schedule as needed to accommodate occasional evening appointments and/or other program activities.
Assume other related duties as assigned. 🎯 Requirements
2-4 years professional experience in career counseling/coaching, workforce development, or related direct service role.
Expertise supporting individuals working toward greater economic mobility, including identifying barriers to employment and referring clients to appropriate internal and external supports that promote household stability.
Demonstrated ability to build trust and work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds, using a respectful and non-judgmental approach.
A general understanding of workforce trends and local labor markets.
Familiarity with public benefits systems and how income changes may impact eligibility is preferred.
Strong proficiency with computer systems, including Microsoft Office and client tracking/CRM databases.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to problem solve while managing multiple clients and priorities.
Experience facilitating workshops in individual and group settings, both virtually and in person.
A bachelor's degree or relevant experience in the area(s) of human services, workforce development, business, education, counseling/coaching or related field.
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Hard Skills & Tools

career counselingworkforce developmentjob search strategyresume writinginterviewing skillsclient trackingCRM databaseswork readiness assessmentsfacilitating workshopseconomic mobility support

Soft Skills

organizational skillswritten communicationverbal communicationproblem solvingtrust buildingcultural competencyflexibilitynon-judgmental approachclient engagementmultitasking