Counseling/CPP Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Manages monitors and delivers the Introduction to Center Life Program, activities, and related events. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages the Introduction to Center Life Program, including curriculum review and program compliance. Provides supervision, training, assessment, and leadership for assigned staff. Establishes the Academic program mission and strategic plan, objectives, goals and evaluates program effectiveness. Monitors classrooms, dormitory meetings, routine and crises (for at-risk students) counseling sessions, and recreational activities. Ensures smooth transition of students from the Career Preparation Period (CPP) to the Career Development Period (CDP). Monitors and administers a departmental budget and works within budgetary constraints Plans, organizes and controls the use of overtime and on-call staff to insure compliance with Center and ETR policy and procedures. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: High level of written and verbal communication skills, able to write creatively. Ability to encourage teamwork and solicit ideas of teachers, Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and advanced knowledge in implementing plans to respond to CPP related issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to effectively relate to students Proficient in the use of computer software (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc) EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors Degree in social or human services, education, counseling or related field. A combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. EXPERIENCE: Two years of related experience with youth preferred. One-year experience in a supervisory capacity. OTHER: Must possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.