Youth Outreach & Admissions Specialist

MTC; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription &

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

MTC is hiring for a full-time Outreach/Recruitment role at the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL. The position focuses on direct recruitment activities, outreach to youth, and coordinating with referral sources to enroll participants in Job Corps.

The role requires a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in related fields and a valid driver’s license, with experience in outreach or admissions preferred. Benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k), PTO, and professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field.
• Associate’s degree with two years related experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct recruitment activities and outreach to engage youth for Job Corps.
• Prepare and deliver outreach presentations in assigned area; support regional outreach efforts.
• Develop linkage partners and maintain relationships with referral sources (AJCs, WIOA, social services, etc.).
• Initiate applications with interested prospects during outreach events.
• Host center tours and assist participants with Job Corps enrollment and applications.
• Utilize the MTC Outreach App to track leads, communication, and outreach effectiveness.

Skills

Public speaking

Outreach coordination

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field

Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field and two years related experience

Job description

MTC is hiring for a full-time Outreach/Recruitment role at the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL. The position focuses on direct recruitment activities, outreach to youth, and coordinating with referral sources to enroll participants in Job Corps.

The role requires a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in related fields and a valid driver’s license, with experience in outreach or admissions preferred. Benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k), PTO, and professional development