Admissions Counselor

Company: Grafton Job Corps
Location: Brockton
Posted on: November 19, 2022

Job Description:

Do you enjoy working with young adults, thrive in a fast-paced environment and appreciate the rewards that comes with success? Then check out the opportunities at the Grafton Job Corps Center a federally-funded residential vocational training facility. Our mission is to provide career-based technical and academic training and job placement assistance to low-income youth ages 16-24. $500 sign on bonus for this position! Earn a monthly commission on top of your salary Pay starting at $42,900 for this position per year with monthly commission, end of year cost of living increase, sign on bonus, above and beyond bonuses, and options to enroll in benefits (401k matching after 1 year of service) and tremendous room for internal growth! Position Summary Responsible for the recruitment and arrival coordination of Job Corps students. Identifies and develops Center- beneficial partnerships that lead to student benefit and success. Determines student qualifications, eligibility and suitability for Job Corps enrollment. Ensures strict confidentiality of sensitive information and integrity of student data._This position primarily works out of the MassHire Center in Brockton, MA, located at 34 School St. This counselor would recruit potential students from Norfolk and Plymouth Counties, and the location the position would be recruiting Students to is the Grafton Job Corps Center located in North Grafton, MA._ Qualifications Associate's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications or closely related field and two years' related experience required. Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field preferred. Experience may include successful Job Corps enrollment or successful enrollment in other youth development programs. Must possess a valid in-State Driver's License and meet Company insurability requirements. Responsibilities Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data. Ensures Center meets or exceeds DOL/Company performance goals. Conducts comprehensive screening procedures to determine applicants' eligibility and suitability for the Job Corps Program. Secures and evaluates applicants' behavioral, medical and educational records. Denies applicant enrollment and refers applicants to other educational resources. Conducts thorough assessment activities and career counseling during the admissions process. Serves as a liaison to Center staff to facilitate a seamless enrollment process and early student retention. Works closely with community agencies, employment services, high schools, trade and technical schools and other agencies to inform prospective applicants about the Job Corps program. Acts as a liaison between the Job Corps Center and community agencies. Develops and maintains referral linkages in the community. Conducts Center tours, pre-arrival visits and Parent meetings. Produces quality work/assignments in a thorough, timely and accurate manner. o Maintains appropriate personal attendance, accountability and work productivity standards.Plans, prioritizes and organizes assignments to meet established goals and deadlines. Understands and applies job knowledge to effectively complete all required job responsibilities. Proactively maintains the skills required to perform job duties.Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH. Provides high-quality supervision and management for the student population. Takes swift and appropriate action and positively influences student behavior. Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior. Provides quality programs and services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met. Pursues improvement and enhancement of programs and services. Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge. Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested. Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas. Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions. Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected. Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students. Accepts direction and supervision from the Center Director/Center Duty Officer/Shift Manager to include assignments to temporarily perform job responsibilities of other departments and positions. Other duties as assigned.Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability." This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. _Support and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities._Job Type: Full-timePay: From $42,900.00 per yearBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insuranceSchedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to FridaySupplemental pay types: Commission pay Signing bonusWork Location: One location

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