Student Associate Jobs in Boerne, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job Description: POSITION GOALS
The Student Support Specialist (SSS)-Postsecondary Pathways will work closely with the Postsecondary Pathways Manager and Associate Manager to develop, plan, implement, and coordinate effective programs and activities promoting postsecondary (college and career) opportunities for program participants, specifically, youth and adults returning to complete their HSE, prepare and succeed in college or the workforce.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in the Social Sciences, Education or a related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
Three-five years' experience providing services related to pre-college preparation, college access, workforce development, and/or case management experience.
Experience providing services to high school youth and/or non-traditional students, specifically at-risk populations.
Experience in multiple data collection and performance accountability.
Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Highly skilled in interpersonal relationships with students and adults in leadership, management, teaching, counseling and/or other professional positions.
Knowledge and experience working with underrepresented students such as low-SES, racial/ethnic minority, LGBT+, parents, immigrants, and veterans.
Ability to present an image of confidence and professionalism in appearance and attitude.
Ability to engage students to recognize their talents and create or awaken a desire to achieve.
Knowledge of college access process to include applying and acceptance into college, career awareness and assessment, goal setting, financial aid, and transitioning to college.
Knowledge of workforce preparation and job readiness to include goal setting, career exploration, essential / soft skills, job search, interviewing and resume.
Knowledge of advising/counseling techniques and procedures.
Ability to organize work, set priorities, coordinate workload, handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Ability to deal with diverse situations and people and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and those contacted in the course of work.
Willingness to learn new things and eagerness to acquire new skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Postsecondary Pathways Manager: Coordinate multiple projects that will increase knowledge about college access and financial aid to help student’s transition from HSE to college; and (includes traditional college pathways and workforce training).
Provide services to students in the following areas:
Postsecondary goal setting, exploration, and enrollment
Help students explore majors and create a certificate or associate degree plan through Alamo colleges or a training partner.
Guide and advise students on the college and workforce application and admission processes.
Guide students through the FAFSA/TASFA to ensure accurate completion, verification, and acceptance of award, and complete scholarship searches.
Assist instruction department to ensure students are meeting hourly requirements for post-testing and entrance to workforce training programs.
Postsecondary Success and Support activities:
Create and conduct college and career success skills workshops and document participation and benchmark successes.
Meet with continuing college students on their campus for one-on-one advising sessions to assess needs and goals.
Meet with workforce training students at their site for support sessions to assess needs and goals and ensure persistence & employment
Make and document appropriate student referrals to local workforce and social service agencies to ensure persistence.
Coordinate logistics for first day of postsecondary programming which includes but not limited to dual enrollment, college prep, and workforce trainings.
Case management and Outreach:
Manage a caseload of students and conduct regular check-ins via email, text, app, and record detailed data in case notes.
Provide a safe and understanding environment for students.
Assist CSPM in communicating with partners and community college advisors.
Support outreach and collaborative efforts that relate to college access and success.
Complete required amount of professional development hours each year.
Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required and/or assigned.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday 9am-2pm (some Saturdays required)
Estimated salary range: $42,000-50,000.
Benefits: 100% employer-covered health, vision, and dental, and employer-covered life, plus affordable auxiliary plans and generous PTO policy.

*This position is grant funded. Although the grant is expected to end, additional funding might be obtained to extend grant beyond the end date. If that would occur, your employment under the grant might be extended. However, all employment is considered to be at will and may be terminated by you or the agency at any time regardless of the end date of the grant.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
Must possess a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License or obtain a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License within thirty (30) days after becoming a resident of the State of Texas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and walking to perform the essential functions.