Career Transition Specialist — Student Placement & Coaching

Career Systems Development Corporation; Troutdale (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Systems Development Corporation seeks a Credentialed Career Transition Specialist to counsel and guide students through career transition readiness, job search skills, and placement processes. The role includes ensuring follow-up for students not currently employed or in school and reconnecting them with placement, school, or a remote career transition specialist when needed.

Responsibilities include interviewing students, maintaining caseloads, conducting outreach to classrooms,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications or closely related field.
• Associates Degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications or closely related field and two years related experience.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR/FA certification.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students in career transition readiness and placement processes.
• Maintain a caseload and contact students regularly by phone.
• Visit classrooms and shops to explain Career Transition processes and opportunities.
• Coordinate mock interview sessions and assist with job fairs and career days.
• Develop and maintain links with external resources and job leads; assist with relocation support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR/FA certification

Driver's license

Organizational skills

Motivation and mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications

Associate degree + 2 years related experience

Job description

Career Systems Development Corporation seeks a Credentialed Career Transition Specialist to counsel and guide students through career transition readiness, job search skills, and placement processes. The role includes ensuring follow-up for students not currently employed or in school and reconnecting them with placement, school, or a remote career transition specialist when needed.

Responsibilities include interviewing students, maintaining caseloads, conducting outreach to classrooms,