The Career Coach will educate students to make informed decisions regarding career and academic plans in preparation for success in post-secondary education and training. Provide career exploration, planning, and development guidance and college advisement to high school students; Develop and maintain quality partnerships with local business and industry leaders to promote career readiness among students; Collaborate with high school Career Development Coordinator to provide students with appropriate work-based learning opportunities; Engage students, counselors, faculty, parents, and other stakeholders in order to provide information sessions related to college success and opportunities at Durham Tech; Work in collaboration with high school Career Development Coordinators to promote CTE degree options and careers and to develop career plans; Participate in school-related activities at which Durham Tech can be promoted (e.g., parent nights, grade-level meetings, financial aid events); Collaborate with the college liaison to assist with CCP Advise prospective students through the recruitment and enrollment process; Maintain records for enrollment, tracking, and audit reporting purposes; Conduct tours on campus for high school students; Maintain quality partnerships with secondary school personnel in collaboration with the Director, College Recruitment and High School Partnerships; Participate in team meetings and professional development activities, as directed by the Director, College Recruitment and High School Partnerships. Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Vice President, and/or President in meeting the needs of the program, department, division and the college. Institutional Responsibilities Participate in program, departmental, divisional and institutional meetings and other activities; Facilitate new student orientation sessions; Fulfill committee assignments and other special appointments within the educational community; Take advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for professional development, including attendance at off-campus activities and generally staying current in the field; Perform other duties as assigned by the Career Coach, High School Partnerships & comply with college policies and procedures. Additional duties shall include other appropriate activities as assigned by the Director, Dean, the Vice President, and/or the President Bachelor's Degree in human services or in fields related to career services or counseling . Work Experience: One year of work experience in human services or in fields related to career services or counseling.
