Job Description

Our mission is to empower America's at-risk youth by providing the career training and life skills needed to build and sustain a brighter future.

The

Career Counselor

is responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life; e.g., personal and social development, vocational and educational training.

Documents monthly student counseling sessions,submit written student reports and evaluations as needed Assesses and evaluates continuously those students assigned to them on both formal and informal levels. Provides assistance to students in continuing their education or entering into additional training; and in connecting with community services necessary for successful transition from school to work. Participates in bi-weekly session with the Center mental health consultant Assists with AWOL retrieval Confers with parents and admissions counselors. Makes referrals to local resources Transfers students both on and off center as needed. Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree required, including

15 semester hours of instruction in Social Services related area. One year's experience in a counseling capacity or related field. Must hold valid driver's license and qualify for company sponsored vehicle insurance.

Preferred:

Job Corps experience preferred Knowledge Required: Sound knowledge of counseling techniques, excellent communication skills, both oral and written, knowledge of characteristics and problems of disadvantaged youth, must maintain CPR/FA certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.14 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

Do you have 15 semester hours of instruction and 1 year experience in counseling, psychology or sociology?
Work Location: In person