Careers Adviser

Description

This unit group covers Education Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Adult Literacy / Numeracy Teachers, Careers Advisers and Student Services Advisers.

Tasks include

• Advises individuals with educational, occupational, employment and career options
• Assists individuals in developing job-seeking strategies, resumes, applications, interviewing skills and career portfolios
• Utilises career assessment instruments where appropriate to assist individuals in identifying their interests, skills, values, aptitudes and abilities
• Advises students with career planning and assists them to make informed decisions for pathways following school completion
• Facilitates and delivers workshops and programs to a diverse range of individuals and groups
• Develops and facilitates programs for career education and occupational training
• Consults with educators, training providers, community organisations, government agencies, businesses and employers
• Assists individuals in navigating career transitions and locating industry immersion placements
• Liaises with employers to identify job opportunities and help jobseekers to connect with potential employers
• Prepares reports and maintains client records