Location: Ligonier,IN, USA
Are you looking for a rewarding work environment with great benefits, where you will impact the lives of others (as well as yourself)?To: All Brightpoint Staff From: Human ResourcesRe: Job VacancyDate: September 18, 2024Position: JAG Specialist Location: West Noble High School Hours: 7:30AM-4:30PM Monday-Friday (some evenings and weekends required)Starting Salary Range: $47,469.38JOB SUMMARYIdentifies recruits and instructs Participants deemed to have a high degree of difficulty of being promoted into the nextgrade level, achieving graduation, and/or making a successful transition from school to a career with advancement, opportunities. The Specialist is responsible for fully implementing the JAG Model in an assigned school andachieving process standards and performance goalsJOB DUTIESProvides appropriate curriculum and ensures participants achieve specific JAG competencies through classroom instruction; teaches through a variety of methods including lecture, hands-on activities, and team teaching; tailors the program and teaching methods for the needs of each specific student and implements an intervention strategy for each individual using an Individualized Development Plan. Ensures an appropriate pool of participants by directly recruiting and obtaining referrals from an in-school Advisory Committee consisting of school personnel; holds interviews with prospective participants and those making referrals to determine, using JAG guidelines, the appropriateness of the prospective participant for the program. Ensures positive perceptions of the JAG-Indiana within schools by developing and maintaining positive, effective working relationships with school personnel including teachers, administrators, participants and members of the in-school AdvisoryCommittee. Advocates for the program and develops a pool of effective community support resources by working with employers, parents, civic groups and legislators to build awareness of and support for the program; develops job opportunities, participates in public relations activities, attends meetings and speaks to various community groups. Builds appreciation for teamwork, sense of belonging, and commitment to community service among JAG-Indiana participants by organizing and serving as advisor to a JAG Career Association chapter; creates training opportunities through hands-on activities, film presentations, guest speakers, and workshops; assists with civic and social opportunities. Provides participants with guidance, counseling, and support within appropriate limits; refers participants to additional support services on an as-needed basis; takes responsibility for learning and complying with school policies such as mandated reporting, discipline, attendance, and the like. Complies with all JAG and WIOA documentation requirements in a timely fashion including contacts and activities involving participants, employers, and other groups; develops and maintains a well-organized filing system. Records information and data daily, using the online JAGForce, concurrently, with the WIOA data management system. It is understood that a minimum of 15-30 minutes per day is required to maintain the electronic data bases. Assists participants in finding and maintaining quality employment and/or post-secondary educational programs upon graduation; works closely with participants and employers for 12 months after the end of the school year to ensure a satisfactory employment outcome; develops a plan for contacts with non-graduates to ensure effective transition to employment or additional education. Performs selected school-related functions. Participates in field trips. Implements Brightpoint Values at all times.SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in social service, counseling, business, education, or a related discipline required. Experience working with youth accompanied by knowledge of adolescent development issues. Willing to work in a highly accountable and performance-based program. When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liabilitylimits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance.DATES FOR INTERNAL & EXTERNAL POSTING: From 09/18/24 until filled.APPROXIMATE DATE FOR POSITION TO BEGIN: ASAPFOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT, HUMAN RESOURCES EXT. 206 or 213APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED VIA THE INTERNET AT We, Brightpoint conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.