ACTOTP Coordinator

Wage- $27.12 an hour

Schedule Part Time

Our staff also enjoy these benefits:

• Health dental vision prescription and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the JolietJob Corps Center in Joliet ILwhere our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving peoples lives and we wantYOUto join our team!

Whatyou will be doing:Responsible for the career case management of students enrolled in the advanced center training (ACT) and other training programs (OTP) in compliance with government and management directives.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and coordinate the centers OTP and ACT programs
• Responsible for the overall case management of students enrolled in the centers ACT/OCT program
• Conduct personal interview and other assessments to analyze and recommend referral services for each assigned students as needed; refer students to other program areas as appropriate and necessary
• Manage the college application process for OTP and ACT students
• Guides students through the college and FAFSA application process
• Ensure potential ACT college students participate in academic and center activities promoting and preparing them for college entry
• Maintain college counseling file and documentation in accordance with MTC and DOL guidelines
• Ensure college students duty status and CIS schedule are reflected accurately in CIS. Responsible for verifying documenting and requesting personal and administrative leaves. Ensure attendance is documented in CIS
• Responsible for college recruitment activities. Meet with career preparation classes to review the program requirements and benefits
• Develop foster and maintain relationships with ACT institute officials. Responsible for the maintenance and creation of MOUs and Articulation agreements
• Document student movement and performance throughout CDSS in case notes PCDP and counseling folder
• Works collaboratively with center staff to ensure student needs are being met. Documents services in CIS and counseling folder. Serve as the chair of students case management team
• Conduct evaluations of student progress in CIS
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance to the Privacy Act of 1974
• Conduct group counseling services as assigned
• Document UA retrieval efforts in case notes
• Participate in required staff training
• Facilitate evaluation of center services for students and recommend modifications for improvement
• Assess the need for and recommend medical or psychiatric evaluation for emotional or psychological problems; document results and take remedial action when warranted
• Serve as chairperson of the career management team for assigned caseloads
• Conduct continuous interpretation and evaluation of progress in students specific development program; coordinate problem cases and point out areas in which guidance and development can be improved; maintain documentation and record
• Provide continuous adjustment counseling on an individual and group basis
• Provide direct aid to students with personal problems; i.e. sickness/injury/emergency leaves etc
• Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance
• Assist in the development and implementation of new and revised policies and procedures effecting OTP/ACT programs
• Support promote and enforce the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy
• Promote the development of career success standards by modeling appropriate behaviors mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience
• Associates degree preferred. Related working experience will be considered in lieu of formal education requirements
• Experience with youth excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency also required
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex disabled status veteran status genetic information national origin or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities including disabled veterans in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance please contact our staffing department throughor .