Admissions Counselor

Management and Training Corporation•Joliet, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance, Short & long-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Paid time off and paid holidays, Professional development assistance, Career advancement opportunities. MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field; or an associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field and two years related experience required
Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs
A Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

Conduct direct recruitment activities, including public speaking; develop linkages with referral sources such as human services agencies, recreation centers, youth organizations and churches; participate in center tours; contact potential enrollees to explore enrollment
Arrange for reception of candidates upon acceptance to the program
Follow-up on student progress, e.g., length of stay and separation
Prepare, schedule and provide outreach presentations in the assigned area; provide outreach presentations in support of the regional outreach efforts
Maintain accountability logs of organizations contacted, individuals contacted, referrals to screening agencies and subsequent enrollments
Generate sufficient amount of prospects to sustain OBS. Coordinate and communicate current OBS levels and ongoing needs to maintain OBS
Refer youth to designated screening or other support agencies, as appropriate
Prepare necessary and required reports related to the recruitment effort
Assist with placement activities
Initiate applications with interested prospects during outreach events
Support applicants with document upload, as needed
Promote the development of career success standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
Maintain accountability of property; adhere to safety practices.
Perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.