What are the responsibilities and job description for the College and Career Readiness Specialist position at WABASH VALLEY GOODWILL INDUSTRIES INC?
The College and Career Readiness Specialist (CCR Specialist) builds relationships, systems, and programs to ensure that each student at The Excel Center graduates with a realistic career plan that is connected to postsecondary employment and education.? The CCR Specialist provides direct advising and case management services for students as they near graduation and will be instrumental in the implementation of a comprehensive foundational career-development program, which allows for intentional advisement of students on academic diploma tracks and enrollment in industry-recognized certification courses and/or in dual-credit course attainment.? The CCR Specialist develops and maintains an industry-based network of community partners, along with close-knit working relationships with local college and university staff, departments, and enrollment protocol.? The work of the CCR Specialist assures that our graduates are directed to a viable pathway into a career and/or college placement, prepared with the skills, resources, and assistance to actualize their post-secondary plan. This role demonstrates behaviors consistent with our Mission, Vision, and Values, on behalf of The Excel Center of West Central Indiana.
The CCR Specialist facilitates the student path, from enrollment through graduation, to successfully transition into work and/or college engagement culminating with the CCR Specialist following up with The Excel Center graduates/alumni to assure sustained success along their career pathways.?
