Post-Secondary Advisor

Lead The Way (LTW); Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Mission-driven impact

Job summary

A nonprofit workforce development organization is seeking a Post-Secondary Advisor to mentor and support youth through educational transitions. This full-time, hybrid role involves conducting eligibility screenings, managing caseloads, and ensuring compliance with various programs. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience working with youth. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to impactful youth support and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in educational, workforce, or social-service settings.
• Ability to manage a caseload while meeting strict compliance deadlines.
• Comfort using databases and productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face and voice of LTW at schools and community events.
• Conduct eligibility screening and maintain required documentation.
• Track participant progress and deliver follow-up services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Case management

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Databases

Case-management systems

Productivity tools

Job description

Post-Secondary Advisor (PA)

Lead The Way Learning Academy (LTW)

📍 Columbus, Ohio (Hybrid / Community-Based)

🕒 Full-Time

💼 Youth Workforce Development | Education | Case Management

About Lead The Way Learning Academy

Lead The Way Learning Academy (LTW) is a nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to empowering youth and young adults through education, career readiness, and post-secondary success. We partner with schools, employers, and community stakeholders to help participants gain clarity, credentials, and sustainable career pathways.

Position Summary

The Post-Secondary Advisor (PA) serves as a primary mentor, case manager, and advocate for youth enrolled in LTW programs. This role supports participants from enrollment through post-secondary transition by building strong relationships, guiding goal development, ensuring compliance with CCMEP/AMP requirements, and helping students access education, employment, and training opportunities aligned with their strengths and interests.

This is a mission-driven role ideal for professionals passionate about youth development, workforce systems, and data-driven case management.

Key Responsibilities

• Sserve as the face and voice of LTW, professionally representing the organization at schools, community events, and partner meetings
• Recruit and enroll eligible youth into LTW programs through outreach, presentations, and relationship-building
• Conduct eligibility screening, intake, and annual re-determinations in compliance with CCMEP, TANF, and AMP guidelines
• Complete and maintain all required documentation, including eligibility applications, assessments, IOPs, case notes, and follow-up records
• Provide ongoing case management, including weekly participant contact, goal tracking, and barrier resolution
• Facilitate readiness assessments and develop Individual Opportunity Plans (IOPs) aligned to education, training, and employment goals
• Track participant progress, credentials earned, employment outcomes, and measurable skills gained
• Deliver required 12-month follow-up services for exited participants
• Collaborate closely with Senior Post-Secondary Advisors, Career Coaches, Compliance, QA, and Business & Finance teams
• Apply LTW’s DMAIC problem-solving framework to improve processes and participant outcomes
• Maintain confidentiality and data integrity across all systems (AMP, ARIES, internal databases)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Workforce Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience working with youth or young adults in education, workforce, or social-service settings
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage a caseload while meeting strict compliance deadlines
• Comfort using databases, case-management systems, and productivity tools
• Ability to work flexible hours, including community-based and school-based settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CCMEP, WIOA Youth, TANF, or AMP-funded programs
• Familiarity with ARIES or similar state workforce systems
• Background in case management, advising, or coaching
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous-improvement experience

Performance Expectations

• ≥95% on-time case documentation
• ≥90% compliance across enrolled and follow-up participants
• Weekly documented participant contact
• Strong outcomes in credential attainment, employment placement, and post-secondary enrollment
• Active participation in team meetings, coaching, and professional development

Why Join LTW?

• Make a direct, measurable impact on youth and families
• Be part of a mission-driven, growth-oriented organization
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Collaborative, values-based culture focused on continuous improvement

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply via Indeed or LinkedIn and submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter highlighting experience working with youth or workforce programs

Lead The Way Learning Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.