OA/CTS Specialist - Treasure Island

About the role

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible youth for Job Corps Program.
• Conduct outreach activities in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and public events.
• Meet departmental and center goals and objectives.
• Conduct orientation and interview with applicants including parent in case of minors.
• Perform applicant files procedures (data entry, scan documents on e-file).
• Participate in departmental meetings.
• Cook up with centers to support applicants in travel arrangements.
• Perform Quality Assurance Checks on all applicant files.
• Assess graduates/former trainees' placement readiness, provide appropriate referrals and accompanying support services in accordance with DOL, Center, and Equus requirements.
• Ensure timely placement and retention of assigned graduates and former enrollees in quality jobs, the military, or further education and training opportunities.
• Promote job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, JTPA, and State Employment Agencies.
• Clearly communicate and consistently model appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintain accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adhere to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Foster and sustain a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attend all required staff training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Above average public speaking skills and experience in same.
• Above average verbal and written skills.
• Above average problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Computer literacy; specifically, Internet, e-mail, and Word Perfect/MS WORD.
• The ability to work some evening hours and periodic weekends.
• The ability to travel periodically.
• Four years’ experience working with youths ages 16-24.
• Bachelor’s Degree. Fifteen semester hours of psychology is preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.