Job Information
Adams and Associates Career Counselor in Devens, Massachusetts
Career Counselor
Job Details
Job Location
Shriver - Devens, MA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$48,000.00 Salary/year
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
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 insurance, dental, and vision insurance, generous vacation and sick time accrual, 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 meals and free use of the gym to staff.Position Summary
Responsible for providing personal/career counseling for students to enhance student employability and to ensure continued enrollment and quantifiable success in the Job Corps program. Identifies and remediates student barriers to success and develops individualized student career educational plans. Ensures strict confidentiality of sensitive information and integrity of student data.
Responsibilities
Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.
Responsible to provide students with comprehensive and individualized case management ensuring student progress, retention and completion of the Job Corps program. Establishes supportive/mentoring relationships with students throughout their enrollment and provides personal, educational and career counseling.
Provides ongoing assessment of student progress in Academic, Career Technical and Independent Living.
Develops and updates student Personal Career Development Plans.
Coordinates services for students (on-Center and off-Center) to ensure student retention and success in the program. Transports students as needed/required.
Routinely evaluates and documents student performance using case management system.
Contributes to the Center's culture by treating students with care and respect, assisting students achieve personal and career goals and ensuring students feel safe and welcomed during enrollment
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (including at least 15 semester hours in Social Services-related instruction) from an accredited school required.
A minimum of one-year experience in counseling or related field. Prefer previous Job Corps or related program experience.
Must possess a valid in-State Driver’s License and meet Company insurability requirements.
Support and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
“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 prohibits 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.