Admission Counselor

Classification: Exempt
Reports To: Outreach and Admissions (OA) Manager

Admissions Counselor
Full-time • $43,888 annually - Bi-weekly pay
Location • Dayton, Ohio

Schedule
1st Shift • Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
One late night per week required

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and mission-driven Admissions Counselor to support the Outreach & Admissions team at Dayton Job Corps. This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about connecting young adults with education, career pathways, and life-changing opportunities.

Job Corps' mission is to train and educate young people ages 16-24 for successful careers in some of the nation's fastest-growing industries. In this role, you will guide prospective students through the admissions process, connect with community partners, and ensure that applicants receive the support they need to begin their Job Corps journey.

This position is well-suited for individuals with experience in:
• Outreach and recruitment
• Youth development or human services
• Admissions, counseling, or case management
• Community engagement and partnership-building
• Program compliance and documentation

Your work directly supports student enrollment, program access, and long-term success, making this a meaningful and highly impactful position.

What You'll Do

Outreach, Admissions & Counseling Support
• Conduct outreach and admissions activities within an assigned territory.
• Provide Job Corps program orientation and explain eligibility requirements.
• Interview prospective students to assess suitability and interest.
• Collect and verify applicant documentation to determine eligibility.
• Ensure student acceptance and safe arrival to the center using established procedures.

Community Engagement & Recruitment
• Build and maintain relationships with referral agencies, organizations, and community partners.
• Conduct a minimum of five face-to-face visits with new outreach contacts each month.
• Maintain at least five active linkage contacts monthly.
• Participate in at least one community event or major activity each month.
• Recommend advertising and outreach strategies to improve recruitment results.
• Conduct center tours for individuals and groups.

Student Follow-Up & Ongoing Support
• Maintain consistent contact with prospective students awaiting assignment.
• Support engagement to ensure students maintain interest in program enrollment.
• Follow up with new enrollees and graduates to monitor 30-, 45-, 60-, and 90-day retention and placement performance.
• Serve as a liaison between Job Corps and the community.

Documentation, Compliance & Safety
• Maintain accurate and timely records in all required systems.
• Ensure compliance with DOL standards, corporate policies, and procedures.
• Act as a responsible custodian of center property and adhere to safety practices.
• Model professional behavior and contribute to a positive center culture.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's or associate's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field.
• Two years of related experience, including OA experience in Job Corps or similar youth programs.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Strong interviewing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in maintaining and organizing data within integrated computer systems.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. (I-9 verification required).
• Reliable personal transportation and valid insurance coverage.

Additional Information

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be adjusted as needed. Employees will be notified of any changes.

Dynamic Workforce Solutions values diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that a wide range of experiences strengthens our work and our impact. We strive to provide equal access to opportunities, information, and support for all team members and the communities we serve.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
• Dynamic Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer/program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.