Youth Outreach & Admissions Champion

Equus Workforce Solutions; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Youth Outreach Specialist to recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps program and conduct outreach in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and at public events.

You will support placement and retention efforts, coordinate travel arrangements, and help ensure timely processing of applicant files while maintaining safety and quality standards across centers.

Qualifications

• Must have above average public speaking and communication skills.
• Ability to work some evening hours and periodic weekends.
• Ability to travel periodically.
• Four years’ experience working with youths ages 16-24.
• Computer literacy: Internet, e-mail, and Word Perfect/MS WORD.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree with related experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Computer literacy

Evening hours / weekends

Travel flexibility

Youth work experience (16-24)

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Associate's degree + 2 years related experience

Experience with Job Corps or youth programs

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Youth Outreach Specialist to recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps program and conduct outreach in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and at public events.

You will support placement and retention efforts, coordinate travel arrangements, and help ensure timely processing of applicant files while maintaining safety and quality standards across centers.