See more Collapse

Career Counselor

1 month ago


Washington, United States Odle Management Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects


Reports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates and abides by Odle Core Values and operating principles.
  • Actively collaborates with all other departments to best meet the needs of each student.
  • Assesses and evaluates continuously those students assigned to them on both formal and informal levels.
  • Provides assistance to students in continuing their education their education or entering into additional training; and in connecting with community services necessary for successful transition from school to work.
  • Documents minimum of two monthly student contact counseling sessions for minors and one counseling session for adult students. Encourages adult students to sign permission form to counselor to contact them in the student's behalf. Frequency is adjusted for students on probationary status or with demonstrated need for more support.
  • ESP and MY PACE reviews are conducted. Information is reviewed and updated as needed. This review is documented in accordance with established time frames in the PRH.
  • Assists students in setting short and long-term goals, identifying strengths and career challenges and resolution of personal issues affecting career readiness.
  • Completes ongoing assignments given by the Counseling and all other program administrative personnel.
  • Submits written student reports/evaluations as needed to outside agencies, referrals to Mental Health Consultant, Review Boards, or at the Center Director's request.
  • Participates in joint sessions with resident advisors and the Center Mental Health Consultant. Reviews student records and completes special needs requests for Mental Health or additional specific counseling needs.
  • Co-facilitates small group social skills sessions including employability skills, career success standards, and Odle's Core Values.
  • Collaborates with residential staff at least once monthly. Contact frequency will change as directed, or as individual circumstances require.
  • Develops close working relationship with the Center Mental Health Consultant.
  • Participates in all phases of Career Management Team decisions. Assesses students' transitional support needs and develops strategies to meet identified needs.
  • Provides training to center staff on related counseling techniques.
  • Participates in student orientation and development of employability plans for students.
  • Performs Retrieval tasks; grants and verifies Leaves and Passes per PRH and Center Director mandates. Enters appropriate information in CIS.
  • Tracks and manages projection data, updating weekly to ensure that students are moving as predicted in shop. Works with Academic Manager to identify and solve problems of academic concern.
  • Conducts intake interview for new enrollees within 48 hours of on-boarding.
  • Counselors will routinely monitor their students' attendance as per department protocols; address conduct issues, arrange for staffing and/or other interventions to address below expectations performance.
  • Is assigned Counselor on Duty for the weekends in a rotational order.
  • Provides counseling-related assistance to all other staff functions within the center.
  • Attends required staff training sessions.
  • Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
  • Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
  • Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree, including 15 semester hours of Social Sciences or related area.
  • One year’s experience in a counseling capacity or related field.
  • Job Corps experience preferred.
  • Valid State driver's license in the state of employment with acceptable driving record preferred.

Additional Requirements: Ability to compose descriptive reports and use appropriate techniques to implement program activities. Ability to verbally direct individuals and groups and remedy dysfunctional behavior. Ability to intervene with students in crisis with aggression control/safe physical management restraint techniques. Must complete mandated training courses. Sound knowledge of counseling techniques. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.

#POJCCCC


We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Career Counselor

    5 days ago


    Washington, United States Eckerd Connects Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEckerd ConnectsReports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling,...

  • Career Counselor

    1 month ago


    Washington, United States Eckerd Youth Alternatives Full time

    Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects Reports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by...

  • Career Counselor

    4 weeks ago


    Washington, United States Eckerd Youth Alternatives Full time

    Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects Reports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by...

  • Career Counselor

    4 weeks ago


    Washington, United States Eckerd Youth Alternatives Full time

    Odle Management A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects Reports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling,...

  • Career Counselor

    2 days ago


    Washington, United States Odle Management Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOdle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd ConnectsReports to the CPP and Counseling Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for counseling students in all aspects of center life, e.g., personal, and social development, vocational and educational training. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young...


  • Washington, United States District of Columbia International School Full time

    **Who We Are** District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI's education centers on an...


  • Washington, United States Kwaan Tech Full time

    Job TitleCareer Candidate CoachJob DescriptionCape Fox subsidiary Kwaan Tech is seeking a Career Candidate Coach to join our team in Washington, DC in support of the US Agency for International Development (USAID).Job Summary The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is the lead U.S. government agency responsible for providing economic...

  • College Counselor

    4 weeks ago


    Washington, United States E.L. Haynes Public Charter School Full time

    The College Counselor supports students in developing their identity as future college students. The Counselor will work directly with E.L. Haynes high school students to build and strengthen their college-going identity and support them in finding meaningful out-of-school experiences that assist in discovering their interests and passions. With the...

  • Counselor

    3 weeks ago


    Washington, United States Behavioral Health Group Full time

    **Counselor** **Work for BHG and we'll take care of you so that you can take care of your patients.** **What sets BHG apart**: - **Manageable number of patients per counselor**: - **Typically weekdays only, with consistent hourly schedule that in most cases has an "early in/early out" structure**: - **Minimal, if any overtime**: - **Generous paid time...

  • School Counselor

    2 days ago


    Washington, United States Archdiocese of Washington Full time

    Archbishop Carroll seeks a full-time School Counselor for the 2024-2025 school yearArchbishop Carroll High School is a Catholic, college preparatory, co-educational school in the heart of Washington, DC. We welcome young people and empower them in a diverse, academically rigorous, and supportive learning environment. Our community works daily to think...


  • Washington, United States Behavioral Health Group Full time

    **Substance Abuse Counselor - Washington, DC** - **Remote, Hybrid, and On-site positions based on availability at time of hire.**_ **Come work with a company with **_**low burnout**_ **and **_**low turnover!**_ **What sets BHG apart**: - **Set number of patients per counselor**: - **Consistent Schedule: 5:30am-2:00pm**: - **No overtime**: - **No night...


  • Washington, United States Behavioral Health Group Full time

    **Pay Range**: $24-27 per hour **Substance Abuse Counselor - Washington, DC** - **Remote, Hybrid, and On-site positions based on availability at time of hire.**_ **Come work with a company with **_**low burnout**_ **and **_**low turnover!**_ **What sets BHG apart**: - **Set number of patients per counselor**: - **Consistent Schedule: 5:30am-2:00pm**: -...


  • Washington, United States Covenant House Greater Washington Full time

    Responsibilities: 1. Develop and implement strategies to achieve the goals and objectives of the employment center. 2. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the center, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. 3. Lead and manage a team of employment counselors and support staff. 4. Develop and maintain relationships with employers, community...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

    MedStar Health is looking for an Oncology Genetics Counselor to join our team The Oncology Genetics Counselor is responsible for the critical aspects of patient management including cancer risk assessment. selection and interpretation of appropriate hereditary cancer tests and discussions of options for cancer screening and risk reduction. These functions...


  • Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

    MedStar Health is looking for an Oncology Genetics Counselor to join our team The Oncology Genetics Counselor is responsible for the critical aspects of patient management including cancer risk assessment. selection and interpretation of appropriate hereditary cancer tests and discussions of options for cancer screening and risk reduction. These functions...


  • Washington, United States Creative Pathways, Inc. Full time

    Certified Addiction Counselor will be responsible for providing substance abuse treatment services in an outpatient setting. Responsible for counseling people suffering from the disease of addiction to drugs, alcohol, sex, gambling, food, etc. Will be responsible for teaching drug addicts the skills and mechanics to cope with addiction and providing...

  • residential counselor

    2 weeks ago


    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MultiCare Health System Full time

    You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health...

  • Residential Counselor

    2 months ago


    Washington, United States MultiCare Health System Full time

    You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health...

  • Residential Counselor

    2 months ago


    Washington, United States MultiCare Health System Full time

    You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health...

  • residential counselor

    4 weeks ago


    Washington, United States MultiCare Health System Full time

    You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health...