Career Prep Instructor

distinctionllc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction LLC is seeking a CPP Advisor for the St. Louis Job Corps Center to supervise student onboarding and acclimation. You will coordinate pre-arrival engagement, arrival-day activities, and structured Week 1 programming to boost retention and success.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, a HS diploma with youth experience, and the ability to collaborate across departments. A driver’s license is required for center operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 5 years of experience working with youth.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in student services, onboarding, or program coordination.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-arrival calls to new students, introducing them to assigned roommates and staff mentors to create an early sense of belonging.
• Provide incoming students with critical information regarding center expectations, security protocols, behavior standards, and what to bring.
• Ensure residential staff are prepared for new student arrivals, including room readiness, welcome signs, name placements, and welcome baskets with toiletries and snacks.
• Plan and coordinate arrival day activities, including CPP Ambassador welcome parties, roommate introductions, center tours, and counselor social intakes.
• Register students at the local SLATE Job Center to facilitate workforce engagement.
• Develop and oversee Week 1 workshops and structured activities to acclimate new students to the program, both during and after training hours.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a small, Mississippi-based business that was recently awarded operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

About the role

The CPP Advisor acts as the liaison between enrollment and center life, ensuring a smooth transition for new students into the program. This role provides pre-arrival engagement, coordinates arrival-day activities, and implements structured acclimation programming to enhance student retention and success. The CPP Advisor fosters a welcoming and supportive environment for incoming students, ensuring they are well-informed and prepared for their Job Corps experience.

What you'll do

• Conduct pre-arrival calls to new students, introducing them to assigned roommates and staff mentors to create an early sense of belonging.
• Provide incoming students with critical information regarding center expectations, security protocols, behavior standards, and what to bring.
• Ensure residential staff are prepared for new student arrivals, including room readiness, welcome signs, name placements, and welcome baskets with toiletries and snacks.
• Plan and coordinate arrival day activities, including CPP Ambassador welcome parties, roommate introductions, center tours, and counselor social intakes.
• Register students at the local SLATE Job Center to facilitate workforce engagement.
• Develop and oversee Week 1 workshops and structured activities to acclimate new students to the program, both during and after training hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required with 5 years of experience working with youth.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in student services, onboarding, or program coordination preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively across departments.
• Valid driver’s license.