Admissions Counselor: Shape Futures for Youth

Eckerdhelpsgirls; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Retirement savings with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

PSLF-Eligible Employer

PTO Exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking an Admissions Counselor to support residential, non-residential, and OTP programs. You’ll collaborate with outreach contractors, determine student qualifications, and facilitate enrollment in alignment with government and management directives.

The role emphasizes community outreach, relationship-building with colleges and agencies, and thorough documentation to advance program admissions. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field; or
• Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field, and related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts outreach and recruitment activities for enrollment in center programs.
• Attends and presents at events including neighborhood, county activities, job fairs, and resource fairs.
• Develops linkages with referral sources to identify potential students and conduct outreach.
• Interviews potential candidates to obtain information for eligibility and document folders.
• Completes enrollment documentation per PRH and company requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Associate’s degree + relevant experience

Job description

Eckerd Connects is seeking an Admissions Counselor to support residential, non-residential, and OTP programs. You’ll collaborate with outreach contractors, determine student qualifications, and facilitate enrollment in alignment with government and management directives.

The role emphasizes community outreach, relationship-building with colleges and agencies, and thorough documentation to advance program admissions. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.