Admissions Counselor (64169)

The Admissions Counselor plays a critical role in recruiting, enrolling, and supporting students throughout their Job Corps journey. This position is responsible for identifying and recruiting eligible applicants, coordinating student arrivals, and providing comprehensive career transition services that lead to successful placement in employment, military service, higher education, or advanced Job Corps training. The Admissions Counselor develops strategic partnerships with schools, community organizations, workforce agencies, and employers to enhance student recruitment and placement opportunities. This role ensures compliance with all Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) guidelines while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and data integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Recruitment and Admissions

• Conduct outreach activities to recruit eligible applicants into the Job Corps program.
• Screen and assess prospective applicants to determine eligibility in accordance with Job Corps PRH requirements.
• Obtain, review, and evaluate behavioral, medical, educational, and other required records.
• Provide career exploration, counseling, and guidance during the admissions process.
• Refer ineligible applicants to appropriate educational, training, or community resources.
• Serve as a liaison between applicants and the center to promote a seamless enrollment process and improve early student retention.
• Coordinate campus tours, pre-arrival visits, orientation activities, and parent engagement meetings.

Partnership Development and Community Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with community agencies, workforce organizations, schools, military recruiters, and local employers.
• Represent the Job Corps program at community events, career fairs, and recruitment activities.
• Establish and maintain referral networks that support student enrollment and career placement opportunities.
• Collaborate with local businesses and organizations to create pathways for student employment and career advancement.

Career Transition and Student Support

• Develop supportive mentoring relationships with students during their transition from Job Corps to employment, education, advanced training, or military service.
• Provide individualized career counseling and ongoing case management.
• Create, monitor, and update student transition plans to support successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with Career Technical Training (CTT), Career Transition Readiness (CTR), and other center staff to address barriers to student success.
• Track and document student placements and follow-up services according to program requirements.

Compliance and Program Performance

• Ensure strict compliance with Job Corps policies, PRH requirements, and company procedures.
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive student information and records.
• Accurately document student data and ensure the integrity of all admissions and placement records.
• Support center efforts to meet or exceed Department of Labor (DOL) and company performance goals.
• Adhere to all integrity standards and ensure no manipulation or misrepresentation of student data.

Teamwork and Professionalism

• Collaborate with staff across all departments to ensure quality services and support for students.
• Promote positive student behavior, employability skills, and career readiness competencies.
• Maintain professional attendance, productivity, and accountability standards.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with students, staff, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify challenges, develop solutions, and follow through to ensure successful outcomes.
• Accept additional responsibilities and special assignments as directed by the Center Director or designee.
• May supervise assigned students participating in internship or work-based learning opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interviewing, counseling, and case management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of workforce development, career planning, and educational opportunities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic case management systems.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and community partners.
• Commitment to student success, professional integrity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Sciences, Communications, or a closely related field from an accredited institution; or
• Associate’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Sciences, Communications, or a closely related field, plus two (2) years of experience working with youth or workforce development programs.
• Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
• Experience in recruitment, case management, counseling, workforce development, education, or related human services preferred.

Why Join Mississippi Job Corps Center?

The Admissions Counselor has the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping young adults access education, career training, and employment opportunities that transform lives. This position serves as a key advocate for student success while building valuable partnerships that strengthen both the Job Corps program and the surrounding community.

“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.