Job Placement Counselor (Case Manager) Sooner Job Challenge Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Full-time $41,080 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Customer service Military In-person customer service Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Job interview preparation for students Driver's License Case management Driving Working with students Computer skills Communication skills Career counseling

Full Job Description Position:

Job Placement Counselor -

Sooner Job Challenge, Oklahoma City, OK Number of Vacancies:

1

Closing Date:

Until filled

Salary:

$3,423.33 per month (monthly pay schedule)

Benefits :

This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees' retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year. The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

About Us:

The Sooner Job ChalleNGe (SJC) program is the fifth phase of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. It is a highly complex operation, which has the responsibility of recruiting, housing, training, mentoring, and providing for the safety, security, and medical well-being of up to 60 sixteen- to twenty-one-year-old "At-Risk" youth. The Program combines classroom work, technical school training, community service, physical training, job skills and team-building activities to enhance the life-skills and employability potential of these youth. Additional major elements of the program are: career skills, healthy living, drug abuse awareness, leadership/followership, discipline, physical fitness, practical job skills training and character development. This program is a 24-hour per day, 7-day per week operation. For additional information about the program go to www.soonerjobchallenge.org.

Basic Purpose:

Case management, career counseling and tracking of student associates and graduates of the Sooner Job Challenge Program.

Essential Functions:

Under supervision of the Placement Program Coordinator; this position will be responsible for tracking student associates and graduates during the residential/post residential placement phase. During the residential phase, assist student associates with identifying placement goals in the areas of education, military and employment Help student associates partner with a mentor within their chosen vocation. Work with student associates and community partners to help students obtain offers of employment within their field of certification. Facilitate opportunities for student associates to use their vocational skills in community service projects. May be asked to assist with transporting and supervising student associates as needed. The post residential phase requires tracking of graduates and mentors for 12 months after graduation in accordance with National Guard Bureau and Sooner Job Challenge guidelines. Make monthly contact with all graduates on their assigned caseload via phone, email, text, or social media. Process records requests and ensure confidentiality of records. Assist Admissions Dept with student associates in-processing duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Military background preferred, but not required. Requires good administrative, computer, communication and customer service skills with the ability to compile and produce required reports.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED. Strong background working with at risk youth, or a combination of education and experience. Prefer at least 2 years working with youth. Licenses/Certificates required :

Valid Driver License Physical Requirements :

Must be able to lift/carry a minimum of 15 pounds. Sitting for long periods of time

Conditions of Employment:

Serves a 12 month trial period Contingent on a favorable

NCIC/OSBI

background check Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening Contingent on continuous federal funding Maintain a valid driver license FLSA Non-Exempt status Tobacco and Vape Free facility Able to work flexible hours including one late night per week

T1/CNACI

security clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to U.S. citizens)

Notes :

Located at Sooner Job Challenge in Oklahoma City, OK. Employment eligibility verified through E-Verify (Homeland Security). Travel may be required at the expense of the employee to be reimbursed within 45 days of travel. How to Apply to JR65078: Internal applicants (Current state of Oklahoma employees) Login to your workday account; open the Career application and find internal posting. External applicants will need to go to the State Of Oklahoma job listings and apply. State of Oklahoma Careers direct link here ---> https://okgov.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/okgovjobs/details/Job-Placement-Counselor_JR65078?q=Sooner%20Job%20Challenge

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

State of Oklahoma properties are smoke-free and vape-free therefore, the use of any and all tobacco products including, but not limited to, cigarettes, pipes, smokeless tobacco, other tobacco products, electronic cigarettes/vaping devices or any other product packaged for smoking or the simulation of smoking (regardless of nicotine content) is prohibited on all State properties.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$41,080.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

working with at risk youth/adolescents: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Oklahoma Driver's license (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Oklahoma City, OK 73111 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Oklahoma City, OK 73111: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person