Career Transition Specialist Manager

Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth. Make more than a Living, Make a Difference Our Benefits Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year 11 paid holidays Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5% Flexible spending accounts Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary term life insurance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer PTO Exchange Salary Range: $60,000 to $61,200 Duties and Responsibilities The Career Transition Services Manager reports to the Center Director and is a salaried, exempt position. The Career Transition Services Manager is responsible for organizing, planning, administering, and supervising the Career Transition Services Program through cohort enrollment and case management efforts. The Career Transition Services Manager plans, directs, and supervises the activities of the Career Transition Readiness and Career Transition Services Programs, including ensuring proper planning, scheduling, and effective implementation of all activities in program areas. Prepares and reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished and objectives attained. Prepares and submits reports as required. Ensures proper records of student progress are maintained by the CTR/Career Transition Department. Sets monthly goals for placement and monitors goals. Enacts corrective action as needed to correct deficiencies. Screens and monitors placement information. Audits files to ensure data is captured for all possible placements. Coordinates and participates in open houses, Job Fairs, Career Days, etc. Assigns and monitors staff and contract caseloads. Ensures proper placer assignments and processes transfers of assignees when relocating. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field from a four-year college preferred. Two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Prefer Master's degree and expansive experience with disadvantaged youth preferred. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred. Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check. Additional Requirements Sound knowledge of vocational training programs. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to inspire and motivate staff. Ability to compose descriptive reports. Able to remedy dysfunctional behavior and intervene with students in crisis with aggression control/ safe physical management restraint techniques, successfully complete mandated training courses. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid CPR/First Aid certificate. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments. *This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified. About our Program Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 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. Program Location: Turner Job Corps 2000 Turner Corps Rd Albany, GA 31705 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org. Relay Services Dial 711. Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr