Responsible for conducting outreach, recruitment, eligibility determination, and admissions functions and processes in compliance with government and management directives.
Position Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Brief Description Of Duties
Administration
Procedures
Salary-$19.23-$21.15/hourly
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 obtain pertinent information on each one
Prepare documentation on potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary
Provide orientation for prospects; Communicate a clear and accurate description of Job Corps, the particular Center, and expectations for students; Schedule tours of the center if able
Maintain monthly goals as directed by management
Contact all prospects within 24 hours; Record any contact or attempt of contact
Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students; Prepare related reports
Prepare necessary and required reports related to outreach efforts
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 of potential students
Introduce labor market information to help with the career transition period process and analyze career paths in local labor market
Participate in student employ-ability 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
Driving as required
Position Competencies
Key Competencies
Performance Standards/Results
Effective
Communication
Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms 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, easy to read and comprehend
Organization of Work
Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
Implement 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 development of professional skills and personal growth
Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel
Experience
Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs
Education
Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field; or Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science,
communications, or closely related field, and two years related experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.
Benefits Include
Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
Paid Holidays, PTO + More
Disclaimer
As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.
All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Human Resource department, 833-311-1661 or HR@lifeskillsconnection.com, for assistance.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.
The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.
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