Student Outreach Specialist

Wage - $20.74 per hour with opportunities for overtime and bonuses.

Schedule – Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday – Friday

Our staff also enjoy these benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the Charleston Job Corps Center in Charleston, WV where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

What you will be doing:  You’ll be responsible for conducting direct recruitment activities and interfacing with other outreach contractors for student enrollment. In addition, empowers young adults by guiding them towards valuable career paths and educational opportunities in compliance with government and management directives.

Essential functions:

• Conduct direct recruitment activities, including public speaking, develop linkage with referral resources such as human services agencies, recreation centers, youth organizations and churches; participate in center tours and contact potential enrollees
• Interview interested candidates and obtained required information on each one, ensure all documents required to support eligibility are obtained, properly completed, and included in applicant's folder
• Arrange for reception of candidates upon acceptance into program
• Follow up on student progress, e.g., length of stay and separation.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business communications or closely related field; or associate degree and 2 years related experience.
• Experience may include successful outreach experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth programs.
• A valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.

Why: Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.