Admissions Counselor

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC • Brunswick, GA

1d • $45,000 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor ensures that the Center meets or exceeds Department of Labor and company performance goals while following integrity guidelines and procedures. The role conducts applicant screening, assessment, and career counseling; supports the enrollment process and early student retention; and provides high-quality supervision and management of the student population. The counselor collaborates with Center staff and community partners to inform prospective applicants about the Job Corps program and enhance program services.

Requirements

• Associate degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Experience may include successful Job Corps enrollment or successful enrollment in other youth development programs.
• Valid in-state driver’s license.
• Must meet company insurability requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive screening procedures to determine applicants’ eligibility and suitability for the Job Corps Program.
• Secure and evaluate applicants’ behavioral, medical, and educational records.
• Deny applicant enrollment and refer applicants to other educational resources when necessary.
• Conduct assessments and career counseling during the admissions process.
• Serve as a liaison to Center staff to facilitate enrollment and early student retention.
• Work with community agencies, employment services, high schools, and trade schools to inform prospective applicants about the Job Corps program.
• Conduct Center tours, pre-arrival visits, and parent meetings.
• Maintain appropriate attendance, accountability, and work productivity standards.
• Mentor, monitor, and model Career Success Standards as required by the Policy and Requirements Handbook.
• Provide high-quality supervision and management for the student population.
• Help ensure the Center meets or exceeds Department of Labor and company performance goals while following integrity guidelines and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Stock option plan through which the company can contribute profits toward staff retirement plans
• Nutritious, affordably priced lunch provided by the Center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree