Job Description

Career Prep Instructor

Westover Job Corps Center
103 Johnson Rd, Chicopee, MA 01022

Full-time

Reports To: Career Services Manager

Primary Position Objectives

Assists new students in acclimating to center; provides career exploration and career planning to all new students by delivering the My Pathway to Achieving Career Excellence (MyPACE) curriculum with fidelity; and facilitates the implementation of all other CPP requirements. Facilitates individual and/or group lessons designed to assist students in preparation for success throughout the entire CDSS period. Provides facilitated instruction to students in varied classes and activities, development of skills for long-term employability.

Organization of Work
Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.
Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth

Professionalism
Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by Serrato Corporation's Healthy Workplace Environment Policy. Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

Leadership & Management
Ability to exceptionally manage and lead students from diverse backgrounds.
Committed to investing in and developing students and positioning them to succeed.
Mission-oriented and possesses a strategic vision.
Motivates students and provides coaching and/or feedback when needed.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
High level of ability to motivate, inspire, and teach students effectively.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid State Driver's License.

Benefits Offered
Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and basic life insurance.
Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401K & 401K Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Counseling Service Program

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.