Counseling Supervisor/ACT Coordinator

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Plans, directs, and supervises the activities of the Counseling Department. Ensures the accurate administration of the Counseling function to ensure PRH compliance.

• Plans, directs, and supervises the activities of the Counseling Department.
• Projects on-going management and guidance to counselors in caseload management, case documentation and counseling techniques.
• Holds periodic case conferences.
• Observes SST training sessions and makes recommendations for improvement.
• May maintain an individual student caseload. 
• Provides agency resource contacts for counselors.
• Assists counselors in group counseling.
• Assists in all student retention efforts as required.
• Ensures counseling case documentation is up-to-date and available for DOL and corporate audits.  
• Holds weekly case conferences, utilizing the services of the center Mental Health Consultant.
• Plans and administers departmental budget.
• Prepares and submits reports as required.
• Participates on all required committees.
• Ensures proper records on students’ progress, performance, etc. are maintained by the counselors.
• Makes recommendations to the manager on all changes to policies and procedures pertaining to the Counseling Department.
• Conducts regular meetings with department staff.
• Analyzes data from questionnaires, interviews, group discussions, etc., to evaluate services to students and community participation in programs that service students.
• Develops a planned orientation program for new counselors and provides for in-service training of all departmental staff as required.
• Assesses personnel needs and works with the Human Resources department to screen and interview potential staff. Recommends promotions, transfers, and merit evaluations within the department. Conducts and prepares performance appraisals.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (including 15 semester hours of instruction in social services-related instruction) required.
• Two years’ experience in counseling or related field required.
• One to two years of supervisory experience.
• Two years’ experience working with diverse population of youth required.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.