OA Assistant

Equus - Job Corps; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking an Outreach Coordinator in Ohio to recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps program and conduct outreach across communities, agencies, and public events. The role involves orientation and interviews, maintaining applicant files, and coordinating travel arrangements to support placement goals.

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree with psychology coursework preferred, four years’ youth experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; psychology coursework preferred (15 semester hours).
• Four years’ experience working with youths ages 16–24.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Must be able to work some evenings and periodic weekends.
• Travel periodically.
• Computer literacy including Internet, email and Word processing.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible youth for Job Corps Program.
• Conduct outreach activities in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and public events.
• Meet departmental and center goals and objectives.
• Conduct orientation and interviews with applicants including parents for minors.
• File procedures: data entry, scanning documents.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Travel flexibility

Evening/weekend availability

Youth program experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree; psychology coursework preferred

Tools

MS Word

Internet & Email

Job description

• Job Title: Outreach Coordinator (930378)
• State Location: OH

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

• Recruit eligible youth for Job Corps Program.
• Conduct outreach activities in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and public events.
• Responsible for meeting departmental and center goals and objectives.
• Conduct orientation and interview with applicants including parent in case of minors.
• Perform applicant files procedures (data entry, scan documents on e- file).
• Participate in departmental meetings.
• Coordinate with centers to support applicants in travel arrangements.
• Perform Quality Assurance Checks on all applicant files.
• Assess graduates/former trainee's placement readiness, provide appropriate referrals and accompanying support services in accordance with DOL, Center, and Equus requirements.
• Ensures timely placement and retention of assigned graduates and former enrollees in quality jobs, the military, or further education and training opportunities.
• Promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, JTPA, and State Employment Agencies.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attends all required staff training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• above average public speaking skills and experience in same.
• above average verbal and written skills.
• above average problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• computer literacy; specifically, Internet, e-mail, and Word Perfect/MS WORD.
• the ability to work some evening hours and periodic weekends.
• the ability to travel periodically.
• four years’ experience working with youths ages 16-24.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree. 15 Semester hours of psychology is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid State Driver’s License

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.