Career Specialist, WIOA Out-of-School Youth Program (PT)

Company: Passaic County Community College
Location: Haskell
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Career Specialist will be responsible for preparing youth ages 16-24 for the workforce through the development and coordination of a wide array of quality job readiness and career development workshops targeted to in-demand employment sectors. The Career Specialist links all aspects of job readiness, and career development to set program participants on a successful career path. SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: Coordinate all aspects of job readiness and career development programming Enter student data and maintain student database; maintain student files, and manage program records and complete reports for attendance, placement, and retention Provide career counseling to program participants, and assist students in identifying a career pathway Provide job search support and guidance activities, including resume and cover letter review and development, interview coaching, and job counseling and other activities that will lead to successful job placements and career development, and assist students with job placement or further studies Provide limited instructional support in GED core subject areas (Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) when necessary to reinforce employability, career readiness, and life skills development, with primary emphasis on career exploration, workforce preparation, and essential life skills Identify and schedule potential speakers or career professionals to speak to program participants Provide regular follow up and support to students exited from the program Develop relevant trainings and workshops to prepare students for the labor market Cultivate partnerships with local and regional employers to identify work-based learning, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities for program participants Develop and maintain liaisons with employers and the business community to obtain employment opportunities for students Develop and implement initiatives for job retention Assist in marketing the program and recruiting eligible program participants Other duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND BACKGROUND: Bachelor's degree in a related field required Minimum one (1) year of experience as a career counselor, or related experience required Prior experience working effectively with diverse, low-income youth/adult student populations Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, required Excellent computer and database management skills required Previous experience working on a grant-funded project a plus Ability to work some evening and weekend hours, as program requires The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate. Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The hourly pay range for this position is $20-$23. Benefits: New Jersey Sick Leave : Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.) Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance. Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses. NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)

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