Michael Pariaug

Provides supportive counseling to at-risk participants to assist in their understanding of vocational or personal problems, defining employment goals and developing realistic services plans; redefining and reframing the plans when appropriate.

Ensure that appropriate services are being delivered and that case records are maintained and ne approaches and resources are developed.

• Developed comprehensive career plans for clients, resulting in successful job placements and promotions within their desired fields.
• Empowered clients to take ownership of their careers by teaching them strategies for continuous learning, skill development, and goal setting.

Analyzes interview notes, test results, NYC HRA information and assessments to evaluate at-risk participants' barriers to employment and works to eliminate or refer for appropriate services.

Develops vocational/educational goals and employment plans with at-risk participants in accordance with interests, work history, education and skills.

• Established long-term relationships with clients, providing ongoing support and follow-up services as needed to ensure continued success in their careers.

Facilitate inter-unit case conferences with diverse staff to identify areas of the service plans that are not achieving results; reframe plans for success, going forward.

Participates in Interviews for ne candidates for unfilled career navigator positions.

Represents program at NYC HRA meetings and various networking events, conferences, workshops and seminars.

• Professional Development: Goodwill International Career Coach and Navigator Professional Specialization Certification.
• National Association of Workforce Development Program (NAWDP) 5 Core Competency Certification