OA​/CTS Counselor (62758

OA/CTS Counselor

Woodland Job Corps Center | Laurel, MD

Help Students Achieve Career Success

Woodland Job Corps Center is seeking a dedicated OA/CTS Counselor to provide career guidance, mentorship, and employment support to students as they prepare for successful transitions into full-time employment, higher education, or advanced training.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about workforce development, student success, and building connections that create career opportunities.

• Competitive pay and excellent benefits
• FREE medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) with company match and ESOP
• Beautiful 33-acre campus
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunity to positively impact young adults' futures

• Provide career counseling, employability training, and mentorship to students.
• Coordinate Work-Based Learning (WBL) opportunities and secure employer partnerships.
• Develop relationships with businesses, trade organizations, and community partners.
• Monitor student progress, workplace performance, and career development goals.
• Identify barriers to success and provide guidance and support.
• Assist with transportation and coordination of student WBL assignments.
• Maintain accurate student records and ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Support Career Transition Readiness and Grad-90 initiatives.
• Collaborate with staff to provide high-quality services and promote Career Success Standards.

At Woodland Job Corps Center, you'll help students turn training into opportunity by connecting them with the skills, experience, and confidence needed for lifelong career success.

• Associate degree required.
• Minimum of one year of related experience required;
  Job Corps, workforce development, education, or similar program experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheet, and word processing applications.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Valid in-state driver's license and ability to meet company insurance requirements.

Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.