Admissions Counselor at Strategix Management LLC

San Bernardino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Outreach, Marketing, Relationship Building, Applicant Assessment, Career Counseling, Data Management, Public Speaking, Information Technology, Team Collaboration, Safety Practices, Servant Leadership, Youth Development, Documentation, Travel Coordination, Networking, Motivational Skills

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Description Position Summary The Admissions Counselor conducts community outreach and marketing activities to attract eligible youth to the Job Corps program and create a steady pipeline of new enrollees to meet contract arrival goals. Essential Functions Maintains a regular outreach schedule for visiting local schools, social service agencies, One Stops, youth- and faith-based organizations, and other community-based organizations to provide information on Job Corps and garner program referrals. Establishes and maintains strong relationships with local American Job Centers (One Stops) to develop referral networks and leverage workforce development services. Monitors the Job Corps OASIS system daily and follows up on applicant interest and assignments. Conducts comprehensive applicant assessments in compliance with the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) eligibility requirements to determine eligibility, suitability, and readiness for program enrollment. Introduces labor market information and career assessment tools to applicants to help them determine a suitable career pathway and provides career-based counseling. Utilizes and distributes marketing materials provided by Job Corps and Strategix to advertise the program and promote a positive image. Protects applicant’s private information and maintains hard copy and electronic files in compliance with PRH standards. Provides each assigned applicant and parent/guardian (if applicable) with current information about the center of assignment, including location, rules, career technical training waiting lists, and program expectations. Ensures each assigned enrollee is thoroughly prepared for departure to the assigned center including providing a travel packet to include itinerary, e-ticket information, meal money (if applicable), emergency phone numbers, and written guidance on acceptable behavior and expectations while on travel to the center. Collaborates with center staff to plan for arrival needs and ensure required documentation is provided to conduct applicant folder reviews. Works with center staff to support students through the career preparation period and assists with special case management tasks as needed. Participate on the center workforce and/or community relations councils and network with the community to promote referrals. May utilize GSA vehicles to transport students to off-site learning and employment opportunities, appointments, and as needed for retrievals and other center-related needs. Participate in department meetings and all mandated PRH and Strategix training. Maintain accountability of staff, students, and property and adhere to safety practices. Promote a harassment-free environment. Utilize information systems and handle student data in strict adherence to Job Corps and Strategix policies to protect student’s personally identifiable information (PII) and reduce network security threats. Adhere to and model Strategix servant leadership culture values: Honor Others, Inspire Vision, Choose Integrity, People First, Balance Focus with Flexibility, Serve with Humility, and Innovate and Disrupt. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Requirements Qualifications and Experience Minimum Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field; or Associates degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field, and two years related, successful experience. Experience may be with Job Corps or other youth development programs. Excellent verbal and written communication, good presentation and public speaking skills. Ability to motivate and inspire students. Information technology proficiency including MS Office. Unless waived by management, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required. Preferred Bachelor’s degree in related field and two years’ experience working with youth. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. 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 with or without notice. 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. 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, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning device and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 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 exposed to outdoor weather conditions ranging from cool in Winter to extreme heat in the Summer and Fall months, and occasional poor air quality. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Responsibilities

The Admissions Counselor conducts outreach and marketing activities to attract eligible youth to the Job Corps program. They assess applicants' eligibility and readiness for enrollment while maintaining relationships with community organizations and American Job Centers.