Career Counselor

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Exeter, RI

3d•$55,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Career Counselor provides personal and career counseling to help students improve employability, remain enrolled, and achieve measurable success in the Job Corps program. The role identifies and addresses barriers to student success and develops individualized career and educational plans. Counselors manage student caseloads, monitor progress across academic, career technical, and independent living areas, and coordinate on-Center and off-Center services. The position is based at Exeter Job Corps in Exeter, Rhode Island, and follows a weekday schedule: Monday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday 12 p.m.–9 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; and Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. The stated salary is $55,000 annually, with an opportunity for monthly incentives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school, including at least 15 semester hours in social services-related instruction; transcript required.
At least one year of experience in counseling or a related field.
Valid in-state driver’s license and ability to meet company insurability requirements, including a relatively clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Previous Job Corps or related program experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure student caseload meets or exceeds Department of Labor and company performance goals.
Provide comprehensive, individualized case management to support student progress, retention, and program completion.
Build supportive and mentoring relationships with students throughout their enrollment and provide personal, educational, and career counseling.
Continuously assess student progress in academic, career technical, and independent living areas.
Develop and update students’ Personal Career Development Plans.
Coordinate on-Center and off-Center services to support student retention and program success.
Transport students as needed or required.
Routinely evaluate and document student performance using the case management system.
Contribute to a safe, welcoming, and respectful Center culture and help students achieve personal and career goals.