What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career and Education Advisor (Grant-funded position) position at Hampden County Sheriff's Office?
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives and helping others succeed? Join the Hampden County Sheriff's Office as a Career and Education Advisor and become an integral part of empowering justice-involved individuals in their educational and career journeys. This full-time, grant-funded position is perfect for those who want to work directly with individuals seeking positive change in their lives.
In this role, you will provide career guidance, group workshops, and personalized counseling to students in HCSO’s education programs. You'll help participants create and implement tailored Career and Education Plans, guide them through challenges, and follow up with those who complete their GED to ensure they take the next steps toward workforce training, college, or other opportunities. You’ll also administer testing and support both custodial and community students at our Main Institution in Ludlow and our All-Inclusive Support Services center in Springfield.
If you have a passion for education, a desire to help others overcome obstacles, and a commitment to fostering positive change in the community, this is the job for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide career and education counseling to students, both individually and in groups.
- Assist students in developing Career and Education Plans.
- Track GED completion and help with post-GED transitions, including workforce training and college enrollment.
- Administer GED practice tests and MA Adult Proficiency Test (MAPT) for students.
- Support students at both the Ludlow and Springfield locations.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with justice-involved individuals and support their educational and career goals.
- Experience in education, career counseling, or a related field is preferred but not required.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help others build a brighter future, apply today!
Work Schedule: Monday and Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Main Institution, Ludlow; Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at All-Inclusive Services Center in Springfield.
Applicants subject to background investigation, drug screening and medical clearance.
Please apply by February 21, 2025.
