Career Advisor
13 days ago
Sacramento
Job DescriptionDescription: Position: Career Advisor – Behavioral & Allied Health Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Grant-Funded (Term-Limited) Grant Status: This is a grant-funded, term-limited position supported by the Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation through September, 2027, contingent upon continued grant funding. Reports to: Sr. Manager, Career and Enrollment Advising Date: March 2026 MISSION: Futuro Health launched in 2020 to address the critical shortage of workers in the healthcare sector. Our nonprofit mission is to improve the health and wealth of communities by growing the largest network of allied healthcare workers in the nation. Initially funded by a $130 million investment from Kaiser Permanente through a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU-UHW, Futuro Health has since grown to have a portfolio of funders, grants and contracts to do our work that is life changing. Every year, thousands of diverse adults become Futuro Health Scholars and pursue training to earn their credentials for a wide array of in-demand allied healthcare roles. What sets Futuro Health apart is our comprehensive approach to supporting Futuro Health Scholars throughout their education journey and our deep expertise in the healthcare sector. We address the healthcare workforce shortage by personalizing education journeys for diverse adults to enter into allied healthcare careers at low or no-cost. More on Futuro Health can be found at . OUR VALUES • Scholar Centered: We keep Scholars and equity at the center of our work., • Quality Solutions: We design quality solutions that are agile, inclusive, and scalable – for employers, partners, and communities., • Data-Driven Innovation: We continuously improve and innovate – and use data to inform our decisions., • Future Focused: We look toward the future and embrace new opportunities., • Collaborative: We earn and maintain trust through collaboration and acting with integrity and accountability. Position Summary: The Career Advisor – Behavioral & Allied Health supports individuals pursuing entry-level careers in behavioral and allied health by providing high-quality career preparation, pathway education, and community-facing engagement. This is a grant-funded, term-limited role in partnership with the Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation, supporting workforce development initiatives in Los Angeles County through the end of 2027. The position is designed to advance grant-defined outcomes related to career readiness, credential attainment, and employment placement in behavioral and allied health roles. This role serves as a subject-matter-informed advisor for programs including Peer Support Specialist, EMT, and Community Health Worker, ensuring scholars are well-prepared, informed, and positioned for successful employment. The advisor manages an active caseload, builds supportive relationships, addresses barriers to career preparation, and maintains accurate records. This position balances career advising and facilitation with select outreach activities, particularly through informational webinars and cultivation of trusted community partnerships in Los Angeles County. Essential Job Functions: Career Advising & Job Readiness (Primary Focus) • Provide individualized and group-based career advising for scholars pursuing behavioral and allied health pathways., • Deliver resume support and interview preparation, with a focus on healthcare, community-based, and entry-level employer expectations., • Support scholars in translating lived experience, volunteer work, and informal caregiving into employable skills., • Prepare scholars for the realities of behavioral and allied health roles, including:, • Work environments and schedules., • Emotional labor and boundaries., • Certification and onboarding expectations., • Identify readiness gaps and recommend next steps or alternative pathways prior to beginning their program when appropriate., • Continuously research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare workforce trends, credentialing requirements, clinical placement standards, and employer expectations. Apply this knowledge to provide accurate guidance to scholars and ensure alignment with evolving industry standards., • Lead detailed webinars, orientations, and info sessions for behavioral and allied health programs., • Serve as a knowledgeable presenter on:, • Peer Support Specialist roles and certification pathways., • Community Health Worker career options., • EMT training and entry into emergency medical services., • Participate in targeted outreach efforts to support scholar recruitment, including:, • Info sessions hosted with community-based organizations., • Foster youth and social service partner events., • Engagement with employers in Los Angeles to advance grant initiatives and ensure students are aligned to job requirement., • Serve as a trusted program representative when engaging with community partners., • Collaborate with the engagement team and advising staff to ensure a strong handoff from interest to enrollment., • Support relationship-building with select LA County–based community organizations as assigned., • Partner with internal teams to align advising practices with program goals and workforce outcomes., • Demonstrated experience in behavioral health, community health, allied health, or workforce development., • Strong understanding of at least one of the following roles: Peer Support Specialist, Community Health Worker, EMT., • Experience supporting individuals from under-resourced or nontraditional backgrounds., • Ability to facilitate group presentations and conduct 1:1 advising., • Knowledge of job readiness best practices, including resume development and interview preparation., • Lived or proximate experience in behavioral or community health roles., • Prior experience working with:, • Foster youth, • Justice-impacted individuals, • First-generation or adult learners, • Existing relationships with LA County community-based organizations., • Experience working in nonprofit, public health, or workforce training environments., • Trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach., • Strong communication and facilitation skills., • Ability to balance encouragement with realism., • Relationship-driven, not transactional. Supervisory Responsibility: This role does not have supervisory responsibility over other staff. Work Environment/Travel: This is a remote role. Travel will be required to attend meetings and conferences. Physical Demands: Able to sit, stand, and type for long periods of time. Ability to work irregular hours including after hours and weekends although this will be infrequent. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position Type: This position is full-time, non-exempt. The hours may include weekends, nights and holidays. Comprehensive Benefits: These excellent benefits are designed to enhance you and your family's well-being and support your success. • Platinum Tier Medical Plans: Choose from PPO, HMO, and HDP options, all fully paid by Futuro Health., • Dental and Vision Plans: Comprehensive coverage, fully paid by Futuro Health., • Life and AD&D, Long and Short-term Disability, and EAP: Fully covered by Futuro Health to ensure your peace of mind., • 401K Plans: Traditional and Roth Safe Harbor Plans with a 100% match up to 4% of employee contributions (subject to IRS limits). Immediate vesting., • Flexible Spending Accounts: Options include FSA, HSA, and Limited FSA Plans., • Voluntary Ancillary Benefits: Additional coverage for hospital stays, critical illness, accidents, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet care., • Reimbursements: Mobile phone, internet, and gym membership costs., • Wellness Programs: Access to a variety of wellness initiatives to support your overall health.