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.
The US Department of Labor's Bamberg Job Corps Center is looking for a Career Preparation Program Instructor to work with students in one-on-one and small-group settings. The Center is a residential trade school and our students will be working on attaining their High School Diploma and their trade skills. Students are generally between 17-24 years of age.
Functions:
Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data. Administers/Facilitates the Career Preparation Program Curriculum. Provides skill-development instruction/facilitation (CSS, diversity, employability, conflict resolution, job search, information technology, wellness, personal development, independent living, etc.). Coordinates employer and community-based learning experiences. Works as a member of the Career Development Team in providing individual student case management by identifying individual learning styles and developing individual Academic Plans. Works as a member of the Career Development Team in facilitating positive student transition, commitment, PCDP, employability, and job readiness. Participates in student retention, AWOL retrieval, feedback/evaluation, PCDP and case-management activities. Serves as CPP liaison between Academics, CTT Instructors, and other staff to ensure that curriculum meets theapplied needs of students. Facilitates skill development, andexperiential and project-based learning activities. Maintains student accountability and required records (CPP TAR, PCDP, attendance, evaluations, etc.). Maintains classroom discipline, appearance, and organization. Controls the use of classroom equipment and supplies. Mentors, monitors, and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH. (Workplace Relationships and Ethics; Communications; Personal Growth and Development; Interpersonal Skills; Information Management; Multicultural Awareness; Career and Personal Planning; Independent Living, Life, and Skills). Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Strong social skills, with the ability to work with students and administration to achieve education and job placement success. Associate's Degree or two years experience working with youth isrequired. Preferably in a youth training/employability program or can possess a valid teaching certificate
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
