CTS Specialist (62812)
Summary
The CTS Specialist provides transitional support and case management for Job Corps students, helping them move into full-time employment, higher education, or advanced training. The role involves career counseling, developing community partnerships with local businesses, and monitoring student transition plans to meet Department of Labor performance goals.
Career Transition Specialist
Atterbury Job Corps Center | Edinburgh, IN
Guide the transition. Open the doors. Launch the future.
Are you passionate about helping students take their next big step — into a career, higher education, or advanced training? At Atterbury Job Corps, our Career Transition Specialists walk alongside students during one of the most pivotal phases of their journey, connecting them with real opportunities and the support they need to succeed after Job Corps.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Provide individualized career counseling, mentoring, and transition support to students preparing for life after Job Corps
- Develop, monitor, and update student transition plans focused on employment, education, and career success
- Support students in achieving placement goals while meeting DOL and company performance standards
- Build relationships with employers, community organizations, and industry partners to create meaningful career opportunities
- Conduct job development activities and connect students with employment, training, and education resources
- Identify and address barriers that impact student success through effective case management and problem-solving
- Maintain accurate student documentation while following all integrity guidelines and confidentiality requirements
- Collaborate with Career Technical Training (CTT), Career Transition, and center staff to provide comprehensive student support
- Mentor students in Career Success Standards, professionalism, accountability, and workplace readiness
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Science, Business, Communications, or a closely related field from an accredited school (required)
- Or, an Associate's degree in one of the fields above plus two years of related experience (required)
- Valid in-state driver's license and ability to meet Company insurability requirements (required)