Shawnee, OK Outreach & Admissions Counselor

Bizzell•Guthrie, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outreach & Admissions Counselor will conduct innovative outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools, and individuals to identify and recruit eligible candidates for the Job Corps program. This role involves interviewing interested candidates, gathering pertinent information, preparing documentation, and maintaining monthly recruitment goals. The counselor will also review and audit assigned areas for contractual compliance, prepare reports, arrange and assist with pre-enrollment orientations and center tours, and contribute to the development of policies and procedures affecting student recruitment. A key aspect of the role is building networks with various youth development and community organizations to create a strong base for recruiting potential students. The position also involves introducing labor market information to aid in career transitions and participating in student employability programs. The counselor will support and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy and promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring, and monitoring student conduct. Maintaining accountability for students and property, adhering to safety practices, and performing other assigned duties are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms the correct interpretation of information.
Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas.
Written communication must be clear, concise, and easy to read and comprehend.
Organization of Work: Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously.
Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.
Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience. Experience may include Job Corps outreach and admissions or similar work with youth development programs.
Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field. OR Associate’s degree in a related field with two (2) years of relevant experience.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Conduct innovative outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools, and individuals who might refer eligible candidates to the Job Corps program.
Interview interested candidates and obtained pertinent information on each one.
Prepare documentation on potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary.
Maintain monthly goals established by the PRH and management.
Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students. Prepare related reports.
Arrange for and assist in providing pre-enrollment orientation, schedule tours of the center.
Prepare necessary and required reports related to the outreach.
Assist in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting student recruitment.
Create network with youth development agencies, one-stop agencies, churches, and community organizations to provide a wide base for recruiting potential students.
Introduce labor market information to help with the career transition process and analyze local labor market career paths.
Participate in student employability programs and activities.
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy.
Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices.
Other duties as assigned.