Outreach and Admissions Counselor (53001)

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Philadelphia, PA

6d•$40,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for applicant recruitment and arrival coordination. Identifies and develops Center-beneficial partnerships that lead to enrollment and/or student placement. Determines and documents student eligibility for Job Corps enrollment according to all PRH requirements. Ensures strict confidentiality of sensitive information and integrity of student data.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school; or Associates degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school.
Two years related experience in youth programs.
Must possess a valid in-State Drivers License and meet Company insurability requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsible for applicant recruitment and arrival coordination, and to provide exiting students with transitional support and placement services leading to quality full-time jobs, military enlistment, or enrollment in higher education or Job Corps advanced training.
Identifies and develops Center-beneficial partnerships that lead to enrollment and/or student placement.
Determines and documents student eligibility for Job Corps enrollment according to all PRH requirements.
Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.
Ensures Center meets or exceeds DOL/Company performance goals.
Conduct comprehensive screening procedures to determine applicants' eligibility for the Job Corps Program.
Secures and evaluates applicants' behavioral, medical, and educational records.
Conducts thorough assessment activities and career counseling during the admissions process.
Serves as a Center Liaison to facilitate a seamless enrollment process and early student retention.
Works closely with community agencies, employment services, high schools, trade and technical schools and other agencies to inform prospective applicants about the Job Corps program.
Develops partnerships with community agencies and local businesses to develop and maintain referral linkages for prospective enrollments and post-training placement opportunities.
Conducts Academy campus tours, pre-arrival visits, and Parent meetings.
Produces quality work/assignments in a thorough, timely and accurate manner.
Maintains appropriate personal attendance, accountability and work productivity standards.
Understands and applies job knowledge to effectively complete all required job responsibilities & proactively maintains the skills required to perform job duties..
Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested.
Other duties as assigned.