Admissions Counselor (Atlanta)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Admissions Counselor is responsible for ensuring that the Center meets or exceeds DOL/Company performance goals while following integrity guidelines and procedures. The Admissions Counselor also conducts assessments and career counseling, maintains high-quality supervision of the student population, and collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance program services.

• Conduct comprehensive screening procedures to determine applicants' eligibility and suitability for the Job Corps Program

• Secure and evaluate applicants' behavioral, medical, and educational records

• Deny applicant enrollment and refer applicants to other educational resources as necessary

• Conduct thorough assessment activities and career counseling during the admissions process

• Serve as a liaison to Center staff to facilitate a seamless enrollment process and early student retention

• Work closely with community agencies, employment services, high schools, and trade schools to inform prospective applicants about the Job Corps program

• Conduct Center tours, pre-arrival visits, and Parent meetings

• Maintain appropriate personal attendance, accountability, and work productivity standards

• Mentor, monitor, and model the Career Success Standards as required by the Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH).

• Provide high-quality supervision and management for the student population

About Adams and Associates

Adams and Associates is a 100% employee-owned company that is service-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formed in 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children's programs for local, state and federal governmental agencies. Today, we are one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal Job Corps program.

We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401k match, and stock option plan that allows the company to contribute profits toward staff retirement plans. The Center also provides a nutritious affordably priced lunch to staff.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications or closely related field and two years related experience required. Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field preferred. Experience may include successful Job Corps enrollment or successful enrollment in other youth development programs. Must possess a valid in-State Driver's License and meet Company insurability requirements

“Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.