Admissions & Career Pathways Counselor

Equus Workforce Solutions; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is hiring an Admissions & Career Transition Counselor in Cleveland, OH to recruit, enroll, and support Job Corps students from outreach to job placement or further education. You will ensure compliant, seamless experiences aligned with DOL and center requirements, working with diverse youth populations.

The role emphasizes outreach, admissions processing, career transition planning, and ongoing post-enrollment support to help graduates secure quality employment or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or a related field.
• Associate degree in a related field plus two years of relevant experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in admissions, counseling, youth services, workforce development, or related fields.
• Experience working with diverse youth populations.
• Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• English/Spanish bilingual ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps Program through outreach in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and public events.
• Conduct orientations and interviews with applicants; include parent or guardian participation when required.
• Manage applicant files: data entry, document scanning, quality assurance checks, and compliance with enrollment procedures.
• Coordinate with centers to arrange applicant travel and ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Meet departmental and center recruitment goals.
• Assess graduates’ placement readiness and provide referrals to employment, military opportunities, further education, or training.
• Ensure timely placement and retention of graduates in quality jobs or educational pathways.
• Engage in job development outreach with employers, One-Stops, and state agencies to identify career opportunities.
• Provide ongoing support to former enrollees, ensuring access to necessary support services.
• Clearly communicate and consistently model strong employability and Career Success Standards (CSS) skills.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate degree + 2 years experience

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions is hiring an Admissions & Career Transition Counselor in Cleveland, OH to recruit, enroll, and support Job Corps students from outreach to job placement or further education. You will ensure compliant, seamless experiences aligned with DOL and center requirements, working with diverse youth populations.

The role emphasizes outreach, admissions processing, career transition planning, and ongoing post-enrollment support to help graduates secure quality employment or