Career Transition Readiness Specialist

Pay: $22.10per hour
Work with a purpose! Begin a career as part of our Career Transition team, utilizing your skills and abilities to change the life of a Job Corps student.

Facility name: Tongue Point Job Corps Center

Location: Astoria, OR

Benefit package includes:

• Health/dental/vision/life insurance
• AD&D as well as short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match 
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

Job responsibilities: The CTR Specialist is responsible for providing Career Transition Readiness placement and follow-up services to graduates.

Essential functions:

• Act as the principal point of contact for students during transition, placement and follow-up as appropriate
• Initiate transitional support referrals to off-center CTS specialist and other community agencies
• Contact employers, NTC representatives, and one-stop centers to arrange for interviews and other activities to promote initial placement
• Provide referrals for services as needed; document in the automated case management system
• Develop individual transition and placement plans using the PCDP. Develop and conduct employment readiness workshops.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years experience working with youth and 1 year experience in sales, marketing, or counseling related services required
• Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth programs.
• A valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.

Why: Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.