Career Advisor jobs in Passaic, NJ

About The Job

Fortis Institute in Wayne is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Career Services Advisor.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates.

Fortis Institute provides educational programs that deliver essential career skills in high demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual to be a part of the Career Services team. This is a full time, professional position reporting directly to the Director of Career Services. This position may require some evening and Saturday hours.

The Career Services Advisor coordinates and assists in job search and placement for graduates and students, maintains confidential and detailed client and referral records, delivers and/or coordinates presentations, workshops, and seminars as appropriate to the position, evaluates and resolves student inquiries, issues, and problems, and ensures appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, company, and/or regulatory agencies in compliance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.

Responsibilities include: 

• Developing and maintaining active and positive relationships with employers to ensure sufficient employment opportunities for graduates.
• Working collaboratively with all staff, faculty, and corporate personnel to ensure overall understanding of graduate abilities and campus goals.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with students, while providing career assistance through workshops, personal advisement in career exploration, resume writing and job search skills. 
• Organizing and maintaining detailed employment information on graduates and tracking placement rates for each program.