CAREER SPECIALIST FOR HIGH SCHOOL JAG Position Available In Butler, Alabama

CAREER SPECIALIST FOR HIGH SCHOOL JAG 3.6 3.6

out of 5 stars Greenville, AL 36037 CAREER

SPECIALIST FOR HIGH SCHOOL JAG

(JOBS

FOR ALABAMA’S GRADUATES

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POSITION OVERVIEW

: It is the responsibility of the Career Specialist to provide relevant and challenging classroom and work-based learning experiences for 35-45 participants who are committed to developing their personal, leadership and employability skills to ensure graduation from high school and positive post-graduate outcomes. The in-school outcomes are achieved through the attainment of 37 core competencies, involvement in the Career Association, and a supporting adult who helps overcome barriers to success. Understanding the importance of being an accountable organization, the Career Specialist uses the National Data Management System – a database program placed on the computer that will be used to track participants, services delivered, and outcomes achieved. The ultimate outcome of the JAG program is to place graduates in quality jobs (after graduation) which lead to a career in their chosen field or to guide the graduate toward a postsecondary education that fits their career goal. After placement, the Career Specialist will be responsible for no less than monthly contact with graduates (and non-graduates) and no less than five employer follow-up contacts over the 12-month follow-up period. The ideal Career Specialist will provide assistance to the non-graduate to complete high school graduation requirements or a GED certificate and provide graduates with employment, retention and advancement assistance during the 12-month follow-up phase.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

: 1. Establish a positive rapport and working relationship with the school district and building administration, faculty and staff. 2. Work closely with the program’s in-school advisory committee to identify and select those students that need, want, and can profit from participation in the JAG program. 3. Determine eligibility using local, JAG, state/federal regulations which impact the program. 4. Provide guidance, support, referral and tutorial services to ensure students stay in high school and complete graduation requirements. 5. Provide a comprehensive program of classroom, work-based and community-based activities designed to help students achieve thirty-seven (37) JAG competencies in six (6) clusters: Career Development, Job Survival, Basic Skills, Leadership and Self-Development and Personal Skills. 6. Use a student-led organization, called the Alabama Career Association, to motivate students using pride of membership (belonging), involvement and recognition to encourage participation in chapter activities for the purposes of reinforcing the JAG competencies and to achieve the desired program outcomes. 7. Advise and assist chapter leaders on conducting Career Association activities, including: Initiation and Installation Ceremony, community-service activities; leadership development activities; social development activities; skills development activities; State Competitive Events Program, fundraising and public relations activities. 8. Implement an Employer Marketing and Job Development Plan to ensure all students are provided with work-based learning experiences during and after high school and/or employment in an entry-level job that will lead a graduate toward his/her career goal. 9. Conduct follow-up contacts with both graduates and employers on a systematic basis as prescribed in the

JAG SPECIALIST HANDBOOK. 10.

Complete all required forms and documents required by JAG, school, and funding resources in a timely fashion. And, maintain the National Data Management System and export the database to the state organization. 11. Manage time effectively and prioritize work to meet required time lines. 12. Coordinate classroom, Career Association and program activities as assigned and assume full accountability for the following performance outcomes: graduation rate, positive outcome rate, aggregate employment rate, full-time jobs rate, and full-time placement rate. 13. Participate in staff development workshops as provided by Jobs for Alabama’s Graduates/JAG and the school district. 14. Participate in JAG’s National Training Seminar. 15. Involve parents in the program whenever possible.

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

: The ideal Career Specialist will be able to: Communicate effectively – verbally, non-verbally and in writing. Use varied techniques to effectively train students in employability skills. Develop and maintain accurate records of activities. Establish rapport, motivate and enhance the self-esteem of high school students. Work as a member and/or leader of a team. Schedule, organize and prioritize work assignments to assure timely and cost-effective completion. Have fun. Demonstrate a sincere interest in working with young people. Create a positive environment in which students are considered to be the customers of the Jobs for Graduates program. Accept ultimate responsibility and accountability for the implementation of the JAG Model.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

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Education:

Current Alabama Teacher Certification Driver’s License:

Possession of a valid driver’s license and have transportation (with proper insurance) to perform job duties.