Job Corps Enrollment Specialist

Eckerd Connects • Washington, DC

4d • $48,000 - $48,000

About The Position

The Job Corps Enrollment Specialist, referred to in the duties as an Admissions Counselor, conducts outreach and direct recruitment and determines student qualifications for enrollment in the center’s residential, non-residential, and Other Training Provider (OTP) programs. The role works in compliance with government and management directives and supports eligible young people ages 16 through 24 in accessing Job Corps education, career training, and employment assistance.

The position represents the program at designated community events and develops relationships with organizations that can refer potential students. It interviews candidates, gathers eligibility information, and completes enrollment documentation in accordance with PRH and company requirements. The position is based at Potomac Job Corps in Washington, DC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field; or an associate’s degree in one of these fields or a closely related field plus related experience.
• Related experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs.
• Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and direct recruitment activities.
• Interface with other outreach contractors.
• Determine student qualifications for enrollment in residential, non-residential, and Other Training Provider (OTP) programs in compliance with government and management directives.
• Attend, exhibit, and present at designated neighborhood and county activities and fairs, job fairs, resource fairs, and other events as directed by management.
• Develop and maintain referral relationships with colleges, school districts, human services agencies, youth organizations, recreational centers, and national, state, and local agencies, including DOL.
• Interview potential candidates to gather information supporting eligibility and complete applicant folders.
• Complete required enrollment documentation in individual folders in accordance with PRH and company requirements.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 19 days of paid time off in the first year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability.
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary term life insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• PTO Exchange.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time