Career Development Specialist

Carl D. Perkins Job Corps Center•Prestonsburg, KY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting new job opportunity for you at the Carl D Perkins Job Corps Center! We are currently seeking energetic, talented applicants! At Insights Training Group LLC, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusiveness, service, integrity, community, and family. Come join our amazing team! We offer a competitive salary and a full comprehensive benefit package to full-time employees: Medical – 3 Tier Options Health Savings Account Live Health Online· Dental· Vision· Employer Paid Life and AD&D 1 x annual Earnings· Employer Paid Short-term Disability Employer Paid Long-term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Employee Assistance Program 401K - Safe Harbor match of 100% up to 3% of pay and then 50% on the next 2% of pay Tuition Reimbursement Bereavement Leave Sick Time· Vacation Time 12 Paid Holidays "Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities." Job Summary: Responsible for preparing students for their future careers through personalized and group instruction, work-based learning opportunities, advanced career training (ACT), and partnerships with other training providers (OTP). Additionally, the specialist collaborates with multiple departments to provide career counseling, transition planning, and placement services that adhere to compliance and documentation standards. The specialist aids students in transitioning into jobs, apprenticeships, military service, or further education.

Requirements

Above average public speaking skills and experience in same; above average verbal and written communication skills; above average organizational, problem solving and conflict resolution skills; demonstrated ability to meet placement and performance goals; computer literacy specifically Internet, Email, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; ability to work evening hours and periodic weekends; ability to travel periodically.
One (1) year experience in a performance-based environment and sales, marketing, or counseling related services preferred.
Experience in case management and /or job development, resume writing; interview skills; job search skills; accessing community resources (childcare, legal and health); housing; transportation; educational opportunities; and financial planning preferred.
Knowledge of skills necessary to establish liaisons and interact with private and public agencies.
Must possess the ability to interact with employers and program participants.
Bachelor’s degree in human services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Science, Business, Communications, or closely related field; or associate degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Science, Business, Communications, or closely related field, and 2 years’ related experience.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in a performance-based environment and sales, marketing, or counseling related services preferred.
Experience in case management and /or job development, resume writing; interview skills; job search skills; accessing community resources (childcare, legal and health); housing; transportation; educational opportunities; and financial planning preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide student support in the areas of career development and career readiness to ensure students are prepared to enter the workplace and live independently which includes personalized and group instruction.
Meet monthly assigned placement goals by providing quality placement efforts for all assigned students.
Become active in the employment community establishing linkages with employers, labor unions, state contractors, apprenticeship programs, military recruiters, advanced training programs, schools, community colleges, etc. to further the students, WBL and placement goals as well as assist with planning and conducting community relations programs designed to create and maintain favorable public relations for the Center and its students.
Ensure the establishment of WBL sites, transportation and related services, including periodic visits to worksites, site safety inspections, employer evaluation, with documentation of all visits. WBL assignments and progress shall also be entered in the Center Information System (CIS).
Coordinate the ACT/OTP programs, to include screening and selection of students. Ensure the enrollment aligns with the students’ career pathways. Assist students with financial aid and coordinate with the finance department as needed. Serve as a liaison to the other training providers.
Assist students with transitional services to include maintaining communication with other departments to coordinate services.
Maintain contact and provide continuous follow-up with all assigned students and record all contact and services provided in the center CIS /case notes for the period established by policy.
Participate on assigned Career Management Team.
Mentor, monitor and model the Career Success Standards.
Adhere to required property controls policies and procedures.
Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices.
Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
Participate in PRH mandated staff training.
Perform other duties as assigned within the individuals’ scope and capabilities.

Benefits

Medical – 3 Tier Options
Health Savings Account
Live Health Online
Dental
Vision
Employer Paid Life and AD&D
1 x annual Earnings
Employer Paid Short-term Disability
Employer Paid Long-term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness
Employee Assistance Program
401K - Safe Harbor match of 100% up to 3% of pay and then 50% on the next 2% of pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Bereavement Leave
Sick Time
Vacation Time
12 Paid Holidays