Admissions Counselor

Experience Required

24 months

Minimum Education Required

Associates Degree

License(s) Required

Valid driver's license

Training Required/Provided

On-the-job training provided

Expected Start Date

11/30/2026

Compensation

$43,880.00 - $46,000.00 / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

8-5, Monday - Friday

Job Description

LifeSkills Connection, Inc. | Build, Inspire, Grow

Admission Counselor

Help young adults in your community take the first step toward a real career.

LifeSkills Connection, Inc. is hiring an Admission Counselor in Bowling Green, KY. You'll connect young adults ages 16 to 24 with Job Corps, a free federal program that offers career training, a high school diploma or GED, housing, and a path to a career. Many of the young people you meet are looking for a fresh start, and you'll be the person who helps them take that first step. This is a full-time position with local travel.

What You'll Do

Build relationships with schools, churches, youth programs, workforce centers, and community organizations that refer young people to Job Corps

Meet with interested applicants and explain the program clearly and honestly

Guide applicants through eligibility and the admissions process

Follow up with every prospect within 24 hours so no one falls through the cracks

Work toward monthly enrollment goals and track your outreach and progress

Schedule center tours and help new students know what to expect

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a related field; or an associate's degree in one of these fields plus two years of related experience

Experience in outreach, admissions, recruiting, or youth programs is a plus; Job Corps experience is a big plus

Strong communication skills and comfort with Microsoft Office

Good organization and follow-through

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

A genuine belief in young adults and an easy way of connecting with people

Why LifeSkills Connection

Our mission is to create change and add value to individuals and organizations by building relationships and inspiring human growth and development.

You'll join a family- and veteran-owned organization where you can see the impact of your work every day, in the young people who start new careers because you reached them.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources, 833-311-1661, for assistance.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)

401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA

Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Veteran Preference

No

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Education

Place of Work

Hybrid

Requisition ID

14199