Foundation Communities-College Success Coach
About Us
Foundation Communities is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation & gender identity.
Position Description: The College Success Coach is responsible to promote pathways into college or skills training for students. The coach will and through supporting members of a Succeed cohort and facilitating the day-to-day operations of student services provided by the College Hub team.
This position is grant funded, and will renew each year upon funding.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one support to prospective and current college students through short-term college coaching and planning through the Succeed program.
Assists with financial aid applications (FAFSA and TASFA)
Provides individualized support to students as they navigate college admissions, enrollment, and registration
Coordinates access to support services to help students overcome barriers
Provides case management to a cohort of Succeed students
Communicates with school counselors, partners, and students
Makes referrals to FC CHI and other housing programs, Prosper Centers Services participate in community programing relevant to the student's success.
Maintains accurate data records
Follows up and calls perspective clients and returning students to schedule appointments
Completes accurate and timely data collection and entry
Conducts presentations and completes outreach visits to provide information to prospective students, area schools, and community partners as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor's degree required
One-year of experience working in an educational environment providing direct student services (such as academic advising, financial aid, GearUp, multicultural services, or workforce education), or one-year experience in an agency or school setting managing a client caseload
Strong communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal)
Strong interpersonal skills; an inclusive student-centered philosophy of providing services and resources
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Proficiency using standard office computer programs and databases
Ability to work in a team while also handling individual day-to-day responsibilities independently
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Compensation and Benefits:
$24.00/hourly
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by their supervisor.
Foundation Communities provides an excellent benefits package including employer paid health benefits, 401(k) investment opportunity, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
How to Apply: https://foundationcommunities.applytojob.com/apply/MCSjd0mdXB/College-Success-Coach?source=Our%20Career%20Page%20Widget
