CPP Specialist

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. CPP Specialist Full Time Service Worker Grand Rapids, MI, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 4296 C AREER P REPARATION P ERIOD S PECIALIST FLSA: Exempt The Career Preparation Period Specialist position provides instructional support for a U.S Department of Labor Job Corps contractor, Human Learning Systems. The Job Corps program is a federally funded residential training program. Job Corps’ mission is to educate and train youth ages 16 -24 for successful careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries . Summary of Duties: The Career Preparation Period Specialist provides instructionduring theCareerPreparationPhase ofenrollment.Assists students in becoming acclimated to the Job Corps Program and the Center. Works with the team members to assist students in gaining employability skills. Puts into place all systems necessary to meet any special needs a student might have. Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport. Records daily attendance in the Center Information System (CIS). Coordinates enrollment requirements in conjunction with the Career Counselor to meet Department of Labor (DOL) requirement of CPP. DescriptionofDuties: Develops effective student educational experiences that engage and stimulatestudent learning. Adequately prepares for instruction. Integrates math, reading, and writingconcepts with employability, and Career Success Standards skills with lessonplanning. Develops and implements curriculum and training outlines necessary to attainstudent, CenterandDOLgoals. UtilizesJobCorpsguidelinesandsubjectcourseguides. Hasanaccuratesyllabusfor thecourseandcompleteslessonplansasrequired? Createsandmaintainstrainingrecordsforeachsubjectarea. Conductsclassesthatexplaintestpreparationandstudyskills. Conducts assessments to determine areas of strength and difficulty, using thisinformation toprescribes individualplans. Identifiesappropriatematerials. Designsinstructiontomeetindividualstudentneeds. DevelopsandimplementsCareer Success Standardprojects. Meets with academic and career technical training instructors to identify requiredskills that can be taught and reinforced with applying technical skills in anacademicsettingand intechnical instruction. Developsandimplementsappliedacademicprojects. Identifies students personal and academic issues so that the appropriate supportcan beprovided. Administersanaccommodationsassessment. Determines career development readiness and determines barriers to careertransition anddocumentstheseas appropriate. SubmitsESPsinatimelymanner,documentsstudentprogress. Recordsdailyattendance. Administersaccuratecompletionofthetrainingrecordsandcourseguides. Documents each progress in case notes. Maintains curriculum necessary toattain goals. Prepareslessonplansatleasttwo weeksinadvance. Submitsnecessaryschedulechangeinformation. Documents and distributes CPAR in the CPP/MYPACE phase of the program as necessary. Ensures and documents contact with parents ofminors asnecessary into the CIS System as a case note in the RAP format. Engageinjobsearchandpreparation(resumewriting,emailinginquiries,etc). Prepares/maintainsaccuraterecords both electronically and manually. Helpsstudentsunderstandprogramobjectivesandperformancestandards. Helps students identify and make use of supplemental instructional/mediaresources. Encouragesself-reliance,problem-solving,critical-thinking,creativity,andperformance skills. Collaborates with other staff to gather information to ensure that all student’s needs, concerns, challenges, and career plans are met. Sharesknowledgeandresourcesbeneficial to theenhancement of studentlearning. Evaluatesstudentperformance in a timely manner as outlined in the (SOP) Standard Operation Procedure. Consultswithcounselingstaffasneeded(e.g.,phonecalls,E-mail,writtennotes,meetings,etc.). Inspectsclassroom equipmenttoensurethatitisreadywhenneeded. Performspreventivemaintenanceand safety checks, providesroutinecleaningofequipment, classroom, and all spaces according to the Covid-19 guidelines. Increasecriticalthinking,analysis,andproblem-solvingskillsofstudents. Provideguidanceandstructureforself-directedandlife-longlearning. Motivatestudentstoactivelyparticipateandengageinlearning. Beabletoimpartreal-worldscenariostotheapplicationofclassroomcontentand objectives. Produceandinstructhigh-quality,well-preparedclasseswherelearningispromoted students enjoythelearningprocess. Ensurestudents’technicalskillsmeettheneedsofWork-basedlearningpartnersand jobplacementrequirements. Uses problem-solving techniques to address and resolve concerns. PROVIDEEFFECTIVEINSTRUCTION Followcurriculumguidelines,organizesprogramofpracticalandtechnicalinstruction,includingdemonstrationsofskills requiredintrade Maintainastronginstructionalfocusutilizingtheelementsofeffectiveinstruction Communicateahighlevelofexpectationtoallstudents Communicateclearlearninggoalstostudents Adaptinstructiontomeettheneedsofallstudents Developlessonsandlessonplansthataddressvariouslearningstyles Sequencecontentatanappropriatepace Useappropriatelevelofquestioningtopromoteunderstanding Relatelessoncontenttopriorandfuturelearning Requirestudentstosummarizeinformationinwrittenand/orverbalform Appropriatelyrecognizeandreinforceindividualstudenteffort Representknowledge/informationnon-linguisticallythroughavarietyofmethods Organizestudentsincooperativeorabilitygroupswhenappropriate Requirestudentstoanalyzeandapplyknowledge Conductongoingassessmentsforlearning PROVIDEEFFECTIVECLASSROOMMANAGEMENT Effectivelyandconsistentlyenforcerulesandfollowprocedures Redirectstudentsnaturallyandimmediatelywithoutdisruptingothers Bewell-organizedandhaveallmaterials,equipment,etc.,readyforimmediateuse Carryoutsmoothandeffectivetransitions(e.g.,fromoneactivitytoanother,asstudentsenterand leavetheclassroom) Establishappropriateclassroomrulesandproceduresthatareclearlyunderstoodbyallstudents PROFESSIONALGROWTHANDDEVELOPMENT ParticipateinProfessionalgrowthopportunitiesanddemonstrateprofessionalism Participateinprofessionaland/orcommunityorganizationsorevents Completeroutineassignedtasksandcomply with DOL/HLSrequirements Communicateeffectivelyandprofessionallywithcolleagues,stakeholdersandstudents Monitors Student’s Behavior: Ensures proper conduct of students in all areas. AssistsstaffwithbehaviorproblemscoordinatingreferralstoPBSOasrequired.Createsmethodsand programs to motivate constructive student behavior. Maintains awareness of theindividualneedsofvariousminorityandculturalgroups.Monitorsaccountabilityprocess. Develops Students: Establishes high level of mutual trust and support with others.Expresses positive expectations of others, even in difficult situations. Creates a learningatmosphere. Reassures and encourages performance improvement. Provides timelycoaching. Identifies successes and areas of improvement. Participates on a centercommittee. Teamwork: Builds pride and commitment though effective teamwork and collaboration.Adherestoestablishedcompanypoliciesandprocedures andsupportsallprograms. Makes effectiveuseof time, materials, andresources by planning, schedulingandorganizing work.Communicatesinanopenandhonestmanner. Demonstrates excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills: Anticipatesand resolves problems, demonstratinggood judgment. Modeling, Mentoring and Monitoring: Demonstrateson-goingcommitmenttopreparingyoungpeoplefortheworkforcebymodeling,mentoringandmonitoringexcellenceintheeightCareerSuccessStandardsof:workplacerelationshipsandethics;,information management, communications, multicultural awareness, personal growth anddevelopment,careerandpersonalplanning,interpersonalskills; and,independentliving. Career Management Team (CMT): Members contribute to the success of students by actively participating in the CMT process. The CMT is responsible for students’ successful matriculation through the Job Corps program, beginning in Career Preparation Phase (CPP) and continuing throughout Career Transition Phase (CTP). In the Career Development Phase (CDP) the CMT supports students as they earn, TABE gains, HSE/HSD, certifications, and trade completions. When students move to CTP and separate from the program, the CMT supports graduates in placement within 12 months. Former enrollees receive placement services within 3 months. Both have 15 months for the Q2/Q4 post placement survey. CMT is responsible to ensure that the following areas are supported within each CMT: OMS Report Card, CTT OMS, Projected Separations, High School Equivalency, CTT completion, CTT Industry Credential, Literacy and Numeracy TABE, Evaluation of Student Progress, MyPACE, PAR, WBL, Career Transitions Readiness, CSS, Employability Skills, Contextual Learning, Career Transitions/Career. Workplace Standards: Maintainsrequiredcertificationsand/orlicensesincludingavaliddriver’s license and insurance when required by position. Does not engage in activities otherthan official business during working hours. Reports significant/major incidents or accidents.Cooperates in external/internal investigations as requested. Completes PRH, Corporate andCenter training as required and demonstrates competencies accordingly. Complies with DOL,Corporate andCenterguidelines. Credentials: Educationand Experience MustpossessHighSchoolDiplomaorequivalency. Certifications, Licenses,Registration PhysicalDemand The physical demands described here are representative ofthosethat mustbemetbyanemployeetosuccessfullyperformtheessentialfunctionsofthisjob.Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilitiestoperformtheessentialfunctions.Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,theemployeeisregularly requiredtotalkandlisten,sit,stand,andwalk;;toreachwith hands, arms, as well as use hands to finger, handle or feel,totasteandsmell.Theemployeemustbeabletooccasionallyliftand/ormoveupto50pounds.Specificvisioncapabilitiesrequiredbythisjobinclude; close,distanceand peripheralvision. LanguageSkills Abilitytoread,analyze,andinterpretgeneralbusinessperiodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, andgovernmentregulations.Abilitytowritereports,businesscorrespondence,andproceduremanuals.Abilitytoeffectivelypresentinformationandrespondtoquestionsfromgroupsofmanagers,clients,customersandthegeneral public. ReasoningAbility Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety ofconcretevariablesinsituationswhereonlylimitedstandardizationexists.Abilitytointerpretavarietyofinstructionsfurnishedinwritten,oral,diagram,orschedule form. Theworkenvironmentcharacteristicsdescribedherearerepresentativeofwhatemployeeencounterswhileperforming the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilitiestoperformtheessentialfunctions.Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,theemployeeisoccasionallyexposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level canvary from moderate to loud. All staff will be held accountableforestablishing,developing,andmaintainingasafework This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. Human Learning Systems, LLC, (HLS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. HLS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr