A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions:
Position Summary:
Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), in close partnership with Michigan colleges and universities, seeks to help more Michigan students pursue postsecondary education. MCAN's College Completion Corps will place full-time AmeriCorps members on community college and other college campuses to supplement campus efforts to increase persistence and completion of first-generation college-going students, low-income students, and students of color. This is a grant-funded position that aims to address inequities in student success. Members will serve as coaches to a defined cohort of 100-150 students over the course of a year, guiding students through the development of a college completion plan and assisting with the navigation of an academic year. Working in partnership with professional campus staff, coaches will organize learning sessions for small groups, coordinate 1:1 meetings with students, and provide reminders of key activities (such as course registration deadlines and FAFSA completion workshops) via technology prompts. The purpose of this program is to assist students with their acclimation to campus, build their knowledge of campus systems and resources, and help them successfully persist to completion. Coaches will receive robust training in all the areas; no previous experience is necessary. In their role, coaches also receive extensive professional development to help them determine what is the next step in their own career path.
Location:
Delta College Make an Impact. Launch Your Career. Serve with AmeriCorps through the Michigan College Access Network ( MCAN ) and help students succeed in college. You will be coaching college students to completion through College Completion Corps and playing a direct role in shaping brighter futures for these students. Apply early—interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. About the Role MCAN partners with colleges statewide to expand college access and success: College Completion Coaches serve on college campuses, supporting students facing barriers to persistence and graduation through one-on-one coaching and targeted interventions.
Service Commitment Term:
September 1, 2026 - June 11, 2027
Hours:
1,200 total (approximately 37.5-40 hours/week) Full-term commitment is required Great match for those seeking entry level positions or encore careers Training & Support No prior experience is required—just a passion for helping students. Comprehensive onboarding (virtual + in-person) in August Ongoing professional development, regional meetings, and MCAN conference participation Travel and training costs covered Training hours capped at 20% of total service hours (per AmeriCorps guidelines) What You'll Do Provide one-on-one guidance to a cohort of students Lead workshops, classroom presentations, and group events Build relationships with school or campus staff and community partners Track and report student progress and outcomes Participate in trainings, meetings, and professional development Represent your program at events and outreach opportunities Learn more about the life-changing work of our College Completion coaches in the 2025 yearbooks listed below: College Completion Coach Yearbook Who You Are Successful members are: Passionate about expanding opportunity for Michigan students Interested in careers in education, higher ed, nonprofit, or public service Strong communicators who can build relationships across diverse communities Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities Self-motivated with sound judgment and initiative Equal Opportunity MCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive service environment.
Learn more:
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Required Qualifications:
College Completion Corps:
Associate degree or higher Must be 18+ and a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident Must pass federal and state background checks Must live within 45 minutes of placement site and have reliable transportation Special Instructions to
