Career Transition Services Specialist (63386)

Job Details Job Location: Shriver - Devens, MA 01434 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift: Day Job Category: Education Job Corps is the largest federal residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. We help eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assist them with obtaining employment and independence. By offering hands‑on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology, and construction, we prepare students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America. Since 1964, Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals. Our Shriver campus is located right off of Route 2 in Devens, MA and services between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. Our 21-acre campus houses a gym, basketball courts, dormitories, full‑service cafeteria, wellness clinic, classrooms, trade workshops, offices, and more. If you’re driven to make a difference in the lives of young adults and help them reach their full potential, Shriver Job Corps is the place for you. We offer a dynamic work environment that will challenge you and help you grow; Shriver provides a rewarding work experience with plenty of opportunities for advancement. Job Description Responsible for providing students with transitional support and placement services leading to fulltime jobs, higher education or advanced training. Works cooperatively with Career Technical Training and Career Transition staff to provide students with comprehensive and individualized case management to identify and remediate students transitional barriers. Uses proper discretion and judgment to resolve issues and ensure student success after Job Corps. Conducts effective community job development activities with key business and community leaders. Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data. Supports educational and related placement goals for assigned students. Establishes supportive/mentoring relationships with students during the Career Transition Phase. Provides personalized career counseling and evaluates student performance. Oversees, develops, monitors, and updates student transition plans to ensure successful outcome. Develops Center‑beneficial business and community linkages that provide students with quality and industry relevant employment opportunities. Provides high‑quality supervision and management for the student population. Takes swift and appropriate action and positively influences student behavior. Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior. Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students. Accepts direction and supervision from the Center Director/Center Duty Officer/Shift Manager to include assignments to temporarily perform job responsibilities of other departments and positions. Other duties as assigned. Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Qualifications Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school; OR Associates degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school and two years related experience. Must possess a valid instate Drivers License and meet the Company insurability requirements. Important applicant information: While many states, including Massachusetts, have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use, it remains classified as an illegal controlled substance under federal law, specifically the Controlled Substances Act. We are a federal contractor and subject to DOL regulations which requires us to maintain a drug‑free workplace and prohibit the use of federally illegal substances. This role is subject to pre‑ and post‑employment drug screening. About Adams and Associates The DOL contracts the administration of Shriver Job Corps to Adams and Associates, 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! Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 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 characteristics 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 their 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC