Career Transition Services Specialist (CTS)

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field; or associate’s degree and two years related experience required.
• Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency also required.
• Case management experience along with the ability to work with students preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain linkages with DOL, national, state and local agencies and employees to provide placement services.
• Identify potential jobs, schools, military or other training program placements for separating graduates and former enrollees and conduct job development activities; maintain placement follow‑up on separated graduates.
• Directly place graduates and former enrollees to meet or exceed DOL contractual monthly placement goals; verify and document all placements according to requirements.
• Complete all required documentation in CTS and in individual folders for assigned graduates until their service period ends.
• Prepare placement reports and assist in the development of the contract’s placement plan.
• Coordinate with center staff to provide placement information to students.
• Participate in industry advisory councils, community relations councils as assigned.
• As requested, conduct career support activities in support of centers and regional office efforts.
• Participate in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting placement activities.
• Promote the development of career success standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.