Job Description

Position Summary

The Social Services Assistant supports the mission of the Lyndon B Johnson Job Corps Center by helping students overcome personal, social, and behavioral challenges that may interfere with their education and career training. This role combines instructional responsibilities—teaching life skills and employability

workshops—with direct student support, ensuring that young people have the tools, resources,

and encouragement they need to succeed in the program and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Duties

Deliver structured group sessions on topics such as conflict resolution, decision-making,

communication skills, and workplace readiness.

Assist in developing and updating lesson plans, handouts, and workshops that align with Job

Corps’ Career Success Standards.

Facilitate orientation sessions for new students, introducing them to center expectations,

resources, and support services.

Support the Social Services team in integrating life skills training into the broader academic and

career technical curriculum.

Student Support & Case Management

Provide one-on-one guidance to students experiencing personal, social, or behavioral

challenges.

Assist with case management activities, including documentation, progress tracking, and

referrals to community resources.

Collaborate with counselors, residential staff, and instructors to ensure a holistic

approach to student development.

Encourage positive behavior, accountability, and personal growth through mentoring and

consistent support.

Program & Compliance

Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with Job Corps Policy

and Requirements Handbook (PRH).

Participating in case conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings to support student

success.

Assist in coordinating student engagement activities that promote wellness, leadership,

and community involvement.

Support the center’s mission of fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment

for all students.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work,

Psychology, Education, or related field preferred

Experience working with at-risk youth or young adults strongly preferred
Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Commitment to the mission-driven environment of Job Corps—helping young people

build skills, confidence, and career pathways

Company Description

EXCEED provides management, professional, analytical, security, and technical services to the Federal and State governments, and to private industry.
Exceed applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Company Description

EXCEED provides management, professional, analytical, security, and technical services to the Federal and State governments, and to private industry. Exceed applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Exceed, LLC

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