Company Overview

Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.

Job Corps is a government-funded, no cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 16-24 improve the quality of their lives through academic and career technical training. Job Corps' mission is to attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further education.

Odle Management and CSD are leaders in workforce development operating Job Corps Centers throughout the U.S. and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, child-birth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Odle Management and CSD make reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities to apply for employment. Contact Human Resources at 412-441-8700 to request a reasonable accommodation.

Job Summary

Responsible for the successful implementation of student career preparation. Must be able to promote student success to include positive student retention rates. Ensures students receive instruction addressing enhancing student services that include basic informational technology and job search skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Demonstrates and abides by ODLE Core Values and operating principles.

2. Develops and implements a program based on Job Corps needs that supports the Career Development Services System (CDSS).

3. Researches and develops curriculum to assist the center teams with positive retention rates, students’ ability to learn basic informational technology and job search skills.

4. Develops needs assessment of employment barriers and identifies potential transitional services that students may need for successful job placement and job retention.

5. Ensures students receive instruction addressing basic living skills.

6. Assists in the development of lesson plans for Career Preparation.

7. Ensures students’ Career Development Plans are initiated by center Career Development staff.

8. Attends required and additional staff training

9. Ensures students receive information and assistance in the following areas: employability skills; information technology; academic and vocational training; support services; community resources; placement services; resume writing.

10. Adheres to all aspects of ODLE’s Quality Assurance Plan, including utilizing the CIS Attendance Watch report.

11. Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.

12. Maintains accountability of staff, students and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.

13. Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.

14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or an Associate’s degree with two years related professional work experience.
• Valid teaching certification strongly preferred.
• One-year experience in career/academic development, workforce development, or group facilitation.
• Preferred experience in teaching Math and/or English.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits and Perks

You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you would also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefit plan to include: Medical, Dental Vision, Life Insurance, Employer match 401k, Paid Holidays and Paid Days off.

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