Social Development Specialist [Sunday 1pm-10pm Monday - Thursday 11am - 8pm at Career Systems Development Corporation

Ottumwa, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Aug, 26

Salary

18.81

Posted On

28 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavior Modification, Mentoring, Safety Inspection, Student Supervision, Life Skills Facilitation, Peer Mediation, Conflict Resolution, Informal Counseling, Stress Management, CPR, First Aid

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you. Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment. Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life. You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), legal and PTO. Schedule: Sunday 1pm-10pm Monday - Thursday 11am - 8pm. Duties/Responsibilities: Assists students in adjusting to Center life by providing supervision, behavior modification, and acting as a mentor. Conducts daily safety inspections of assigned area and reports/documents all Facility or Safety related issues. Provides daily supervision or assistance in monitoring students in personal hygiene, room/ chore assignments, recreations activities, cafeteria monitoring, transportation and programmed activities. Ensures that Student Wake up procedures are followed, and that the MAC is signed by each present student (Student Accountability) . Maintains bulletin boards in assigned area with updated student and center information. Organizes, conducts and directs recreation/ non-vocational activities. Facilitates small group discussions in Life Skills, peer mediation, conflict resolution, etc. Provides informal counseling in relation to stress management, personal problems, emergency, or home situations, etc., with students, and provides insight into responsible behaviors and attitudes. Requirements Minimum: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred: At least one year of experience in education or a similar field, working with students. Model the company Core Values. Knowledge: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate behavior as well as work and study habits in adolescent students; of housekeeping techniques and management; to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English. Must obtain CPR & 1st aid Certification.

Responsibilities

The specialist provides supervision, mentoring, and behavior modification to help young adults adjust to center life. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, facilitating life skills discussions, and organizing non-vocational activities.