Counselor

Company: Education & Training Resources LLC
Location: Vergennes
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Plans, coordinates, develops and implements an individual and group counseling program for assigned students. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Reviews detailed background file, conducts personal interview and tests as necessary to analyze and recommend a program for each assigned student. • Provides continuous educational, vocational, personal and social adjustment counseling and direct aid on an individual and group basis; recommends necessary program modifications. • Maintains up- to-date documentation, case notes and records using CIS, as well as other systems of documentation. Prepares AWOL reports and leave forms and verifies required information. • Identifies and remediates student barriers to success and develops an individualized personal career development plan. • Refers students for medical or psychiatric evaluation and takes remedial action as warranted. • Refers students to other program areas such as transfers, extension or advanced programs, and college placement. • Chairs student evaluation panels. • Maintains contact with student’s family, guardian and/or probation officer; conducts home visits as necessary and utilizes community resources as needed. • Conducts a variety of special programs such as human sexuality, sexual harassment, group relationships, self-esteem, anger management, conflict resolution, diversity, leadership and adjustment. • Coordinates services and support for nonresident students including daily accountability follow up. • Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: • Sound working knowledge of counseling techniques • Demonstrated skills in identifying and evaluating the emotional needs of young adults • Ability to quickly learn Job Corps methodologies • Strong interpersonal skills • Meticulous documentation/recording skills and attention to detail; excellent time management skills • Computer literate with emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree. Course work must include 15 credits of instruction in social services related fields. • One year of experience in counseling or work related field. • Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

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