LifeSkills Connection Inc. · 3 days ago
Admissions Counselor/Recruiter
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is seeking an Admissions Counselor to conduct outreach, recruitment, and admissions processes in compliance with government directives. The role involves engaging with potential candidates, preparing documentation, and maintaining compliance with policies while promoting the Job Corps program.
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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 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 the first 24 hours, as required; 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 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 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
Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection's core values and operating principles
Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, and Center policies and procedures
Participate in PRH mandated staff training; failure to participate may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination
Travel as required
Qualification
Required
Excellent written and verbal communication skill
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel
Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs
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
Valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record
Benefits
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