Prog Asst - Career Development - YC

Full Job Description

Under general supervision of the Lead Counselor. Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement career/job skills preparation for cadets at the SC National Guard Youth Challenge Academy. Advises students regarding career interests and strategies, job search methods, resume preparation and related matters including personal and professional development. Assist students in the job search and advise them on procedures for obtaining employment. Coordinate with various organizations, schools, and/or state agencies to provide opportunities for job skills training. Engage and actively partner with students from admissions to employment with activities such as: mock interviews, professional workshops, resume writing, and workforce preparation. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in career counseling/development or related field and 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in career counseling/development or related field and 4 years of relevant experience.

Additional Information

Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, regulations and program services. Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations related to administrative function. Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, written and orally. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and to develop credibility. Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership of accomplishing new and different requests; explore opportunities to add value to the position. Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high demand job. Must obtain people skills and the ability to work as a team.