Living Resources is focused on promoting The College Experience and CareerNext programs. The Regional Outreach Recruiter plays a crucial role in engaging with students, families, and community partners to generate leads for admissions through extensive travel and participation in recruitment events.
Responsibilities
- Represent The College Experience and CareerNext at recruitment events, including college/career fairs, school visits, community workshops, conferences, and community events across Long Island, NYC, NJ, CT, and parts of MA
- Engage with high school and community college students, parents/guardians, educators, and community partners to share program benefits, application processes, and participation opportunities
- Deliver dynamic in-person presentations introducing program offerings, outcomes, and support services, connecting prospects to the appropriate admissions counselor
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with schol counselors, advisors, community organizations, and other key stakeholders to support ongoing recruitment efforts
- Maintain accurate and timely records of outreach activities, contacts, leads, and event follow-ups for designated Admissions Counselors
- Collaborate with the Admissions team to optimize outreach strategies and ensure messaging aligns with institutional goals and branding
- Prepare materials and resources for recruitment events and coordinate logistics (travel plans, supplies, promotional items, etc.) with the admissions department
- Assist in evaluating event effectiveness and provide actionable feedback to improve future outreach efforts
Skills
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to varying event schedules during peak recruitment seasons
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel regularly within the assigned region
- Commitment to youth engagement, access to higher education, and program mission
- Must reside within one of the geographical locations of the responsible travel region
- Experience in student outreach, admissions, career services, recruitment, advising, or related educational engagement
- Knowledge of high schools, community resources, and special education services within Long Island, NYC, NJ, CT, and MA regions
- Experience with event organization and tabling
Benefits
Company Overview
Living Resources is dedicated to providing life enhancing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as those with a brain injury in a safe and nurturing environment. It was founded in 1974, and is headquartered in Albany, Georgia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.livingresources.org.
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