Counseling Manager

Bizzell Group; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bizzell-Group is seeking a capable leader to oversee the CDSS department at our New Haven Job Corps center, directing planning, organization, administration, and measurement of work activities for career preparation and placement services.

You will supervise employment processes, ensure curriculum delivery, promote the program in the community, and develop referrals with employers and agencies while guiding staff toward high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Five years of Job Corps management experience preferred.
• Two years of supervisory experience required.
• Ability to travel periodically.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, administers and measures work activities of the CDSS department.
• Supervises all employment activities, including recruitment, testing, reference checking and related employment matters.
• Ensures approved curriculum is being taught in career preparation training and assigns and supervises staff in areas of responsibility.
• Promotes a positive Job Corps image and increases awareness in the community.
• Develops referral sources through agency and community outreach and promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, WIA, and state employment agencies.
• Monitors the delivery of personal and career counseling.
• Audits counseling case notes and folders quarterly.
• Analyzes CPP surveys and adjusts CPP as needed.
• Provides assignees with assessment of and assistance with placement readiness.
• Works to retain students on Center.
• Uses MPO30, MPO32, OMS 20 and OMS20p to analyze data, identify performance trends and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Promotes teamwork between students and staff and interdepartmental teamwork among staff.
• Monitors area of responsibility to ensure timely and high quality services.
• Works toward meeting performance management goals.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Holds regular staff meetings at least twice a month with managers, documents meetings and submits documentation to the Center Director and VP of Job Corps Operations.
• Attends both OMS and MPO weekly meetings to assist in center OMS performance.
• Creates systems and structure to ensure long-term retention of all students.
• Conducts quarterly audits of case notes and ESPs. Develops corrective action plan as needed.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and/or merit increases.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Travel ability

Supervisory experience

Youth/Adolescent experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Description

About Us:

The Bizzell-Group: ?New Haven Job Corps is a career training center dedicated to empowering young adults through education, hands-on experience, and personal development. Our program provides a supportive environment where students can gain the skills, certifications, and confidence needed to pursue rewarding careers. With a focus on both academic achievement and practical training, we partner with local employers and community organizations to ensure our graduates are prepared to meet the demands of today’s workforce.

Description:

• Plans, organizes, administers and measures work activities performed by the CDSS department.
• Supervises all employment activities, including recruitment, testing, reference checking and related employment matters.
• Ensures approved curriculum is being taught in career preparation training and assigns and supervises staff in areas of responsibility.
• Promotes a positive Job Corps image and increases awareness in the community.
• Develops referral sources through agency and community outreach and promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, WIA, and state employment agencies.
• Monitors the delivery of personal and career counseling.
• Audits counseling case notes and folders quarterly.
• Analyzes CPP surveys and adjusts CPP as needed.
• Provides assignees with assessment of and assistance with placement readiness.
• Works to retain students on Center.
• Uses the MPO30, MPO32, OMS 20 and OMS20p to analyze data, identify performance trends and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Promotes teamwork between students and staff and interdepartmental teamwork among staff.
• Monitors area of responsibility to ensure timely and high quality services.
• Works toward meeting performance management goals.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Holds regular staff meetings at least twice a month with managers, documents meetings and submits documentation to the Center Director and VP of Job Corps Operations.
• Attends both OMS and MPO weekly meetings to assist in center OMS performance.
• Creates systems and structure to ensure long-term retention of all students.
• Conducts quarterly audits of case notes and ESPs. Develops corrective action plan as needed.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and/or merit increases.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Shift

Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

With a 1-hour break

Pay

$ 60,320 a year

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Public speaking (above average)
• Verbal and written communication (above average)
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution (above average)
• Ability to travel periodically
• Five years of Job Corps management experience preferred (other managerial experience considered)
• Five years of experience working with adolescents/young adults
• Two years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work required
• Master’s degree preferred (waivers must be reviewed and approved by the DOL Regional Office)