Career Counselor - PLIC

2 Positions Anticipated (1 at Windsor CSD and 1 Regional)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Connects students to work-based learning opportunities and develops partnerships with career readiness organizations
• Assist students and advocates with the completion and submission of college and trade school applications, and assist in securing post-graduation employment for students
• Coordinates and recruits business partners for related programs and works closely with all stakeholders
• Place students in NYSED-approved Co-ops, including support in the development of resumes, interviews, searches, and follow-through
• Creates new NYSED Co-op, including development of training plans and recruitment of companies
• Support and provide oversight of students in work placements
• Facilitate regular communication with the work-based learning coordinator and district administration to provide workforce and employer information to students
• Acts as the primary liaison to nurture existing partnerships that grow education, training, and employment opportunities for students
• Remains visible to students, teachers, and parents as an advocate for higher education and success for all students
• Work in collaboration with the participating district's counseling department in delivering workshops and student career-based case management
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A.) Possession of a Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, human services, career development, or a closely related field and two years of experience as a counselor, employment interviewer, or similar title, dealing with employment and training, or job placement; OR
B.) Possession of an Associate's degree in social or behavioral science, human services, career development, or a closely related field and four years of experience as a counselor, employment interviewer, or similar title, dealing with employment and training, or job placement; OR
C.) Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
***Broome County Civil Service Examination required.***