Admissions Counselor/Quality Assurance Specialist

Experience Required

24 months

Minimum Education Required

Associates Degree

Education Or Experience Substitution

Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs.

Training Required/Provided

On-the-job training provided

Expected Start Date

08/24/2026

Compensation

$43,880.00 - $46,000.00 / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

8-5, Monday - Friday

Job Description

Position: Admission Counselor/Quality Assurance Support Specialist

Reports To: OA Supervisor/Project Director

Department: OA/CTS Department

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Primary Position Objectives

Conduct outreach, recruitment, eligibility determination, and admissions functions and processes and provide support services to admission counselors and CTS in compliance with government and management directives.

Position Responsibilities

Conduct innovative outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools and individuals who might refer eligible candidates to the Job Corps program

Interview interested candidates and obtain pertinent information on each one

Prepare documentation on potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary

Provide orientation for prospects; Communicate a clear and accurate description of Job Corps, the particular Center, and expectations for students; Schedule tours of the center if able

Maintain monthly goals as directed by management

Contact all prospects within 24 hours; Record any contact or attempt of contact

Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students; Prepare related reports

Prepare necessary and required reports related to the outreach

Assist in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting student recruitment

Create network with youth development agencies, one-stop agencies, churches and community organizations to provide a wide-base for recruiting of potential students

Introduce labor market information to help with the career transition period process and analyze career paths in local labor market

Participate in student employ-ability programs and activities

Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy

Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions

Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices

Prepare documentation on potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary

Provide quality control of all submitted OA files, submitted placements for accuracy, completeness, eligibility, appropriate, and ethical standards

Provide Quality Assurance Check for timely and accurate submission of required documentation of all initial and post-placement services for all students as directed.

Follow all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student/applicant data

Provide support for the OA, Center, and CTS contract to meet OMS standards and performance guidelines; Maintain monthly arrival goals as directed by manager

Arrange for and assist in providing pre-enrollment orientation, schedule tours of the center

Manage and assign prospects in OASIS; Ensure timely and accurate submission of required contact with prospective students

Adhere to safety practices

Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles

Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection’s policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures

Participate in PRH mandated staff training; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination

Perform other duties as assigned

Travel as required; minimum 1 visit to the Great Onyx Job Corps Center required each month

Position Competencies: Effective Communication

Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information

Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas

Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously

Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization

Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth

Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service

Qualifications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel

Education

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

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)

401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA

Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Education

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

49208