Position Available:

Career Preparation Specialist We are seeking a full-time Career Preparation Specialist who is reliable, compassionate, has a great work ethic, and also loves to work with youth! This position is Monday through Friday 7:45AM-4:30PM The individual in this position develops, prepares, and delivers lessons using a variety of teaching strategies to meet individual student learning needs. This person will be responsible to assist students in developing short-term and long-term goals in a classroom setting and making adequate preparation for classroom activities and maintaining appropriate classroom management in order to ensure maximum engagement and learning of all students. The Career Preparation Specialist participates in the student performance evaluations and prepares reports and documents the student's progress toward achieving goals. We are looking for an individual who is a team player and well organized with great attention to detail and possesses strong oral and written communication skills. The ability to work as a team member and the ability to be self-motivated is essential for success. The position requires proficiency in the use of computers and common computer software (Microsoft Office and other career options and job search applications). Must be okay with weekly attendance to the DOL in Orleans County for resume building.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Social or Human Services, Education, Counseling, or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, vocational training, and/or experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-to-year basis. Must possess a New York State Valid Driving License with an acceptable driving record. Compensation is based on experience. Why Job Corps? Imagine a career where your success is measured by the progress of those you serve: aspiring young students. You can inspire others to realize their full potential, achieve their goals and make the most of their abilities at Iroquois Job Corps. Our team is committed to making a difference, one amazing student at a time. We invite you to do the same in this exciting role. What is Job Corps? It is the country's most extensive nationwide residential career training program and has been operating for over 50 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.  Iroquois Job Corps offers training in the medical trades (Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant), Bricklaying, Carpentry, Electrical and Paint.

Benefits include:

Company Paid Premiums for Medical Coverage (Employee only) and reduced rates for Family Coverages, and optional supplemental insurance plans. Paid vacation and sick (2 weeks each), 12 Paid Holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas are two-day holidays), Short Term Disability, 401K Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, free access to our Weight Room and Cardio Rooms, low-cost meals daily from our dining hall ($2.00 per meal) Iroquois Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.