Admissions & Career Transition Counselor

Equus Workforce Solutions; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions in Cleveland is seeking an Admissions & Career Transition Counselor to recruit, enroll, and support Job Corps students from outreach to job placement or further education. You will conduct orientations, interview applicants, manage files, and coordinate travel; you will assess graduates, arrange referrals, and work with employers to uncover opportunities.

English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or a related field; OR
• Associate degree in a related field plus two years of relevant experience.
• One to two 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 appropriate referrals to employment, military opportunities, further education, or training programs.
• 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

Admissions

Counseling

Youth services

Employer outreach

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate degree +2 years experience

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions in Cleveland is seeking an Admissions & Career Transition Counselor to recruit, enroll, and support Job Corps students from outreach to job placement or further education. You will conduct orientations, interview applicants, manage files, and coordinate travel; you will assess graduates, arrange referrals, and work with employers to uncover opportunities.

English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.