Posting Details
Position Title | Student Facilitator, KEYS |
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Requisition Number | SCA00300 |
General Description |
Keystone Education Yields Success (KEYS) is a collaborative program between the Pennsylvania Department of Human Resources (DHS) and the Pennsylvania Commission for Community Colleges. The program is designed to assist recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), attending Pennsylvania’s community colleges and ensure the successful completion of the students’ course of study, enhance employability and job readiness. Under the supervision of the Project Director, KEYS, the Student Facilitator will work directly with students and participate in activities to help promote academic success, address barriers to education and prepare for employment at a family-sustaining wage. |
Specific Responsibilities |
• Establish initial contact with all new students referred to the program. • Provide support for assigned students enrolled in credit certificate and/or associate degree programs (on Main Campus and at the College’s three Regional Centers). • Document and data enter student attendance, service plans and academic progress/status in compliance with BETP/DHS requirements and maintain electronic and manual files for assigned students. • Maintain up-to-date database of pertinent student personal and academic information for review and reporting. • Assure student compliance in meeting TANF and SNAP work participation requirements and complete required documentation. • Conduct and facilitate orientations, bi-weekly status meetings and enrichment workshops to enhance academic, career and professional development. • Sustain on-going contact with assigned students and assist them in obtaining supportive services from the County Assistance Office and/or other community resource agencies. • Monitor student academic progress, in consultation with the Project Director each semester, and refer to College resources such as tutoring and counseling as appropriate. • Advise students on educational and career pathways related to major to support program outcome guidelines. • Coordinate and accompany students to off-campus activities. • Attend career fairs and other outreach activities as needed. • Some evenings and Saturdays required. • Deliver quality customer services to both internal and external constituents in a professional, helpful and courteous manner. • Perform other duties as assigned. |
Minimum Qualifications |
• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, human services or related field required. Any and all degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. • Two (2) years of experience working with a disadvantaged population required. • Demonstrated knowledge of community resources for meeting the needs of disadvantaged clients and knowledge of current TANF regulations required. • Expertise in human/social services, case management and workshop facilitation required. • Ability to effectively present information and speak in public settings required. • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management, and written communication skills required. • Ability to work effectively with a team and collaborate with others across departments and disciplines required. • Demonstrated computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point required. • Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle required. • Ability to work evenings and Saturdays, as needed, is required. • Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds required. |
Preferred Qualifications |
• Previous work experience in a higher education setting preferred. • Knowledge of Commonwealth Workforce Development System software (CWDS) preferred. • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Access and Publisher preferred. |
Work Location | Main Campus |
Benefits | |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
*Interested persons should complete an online application. *Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED. *Names and contact information of 3 professional references OPTIONAL. Review of applications will commence on October 18, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups. |
Salary Grade or Rank | I |
Salary Range | Salary commensurate with relevant work experience |
Job Posting Open Date | 10/04/2018 |
Job Posting Close Date | |
Type of Position | Administrator |
Job Category | |
Employment Status | Full-Time |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
- CareerBuilder.com
- Higheredjobs.com
- The Chronicle
- Veterans Job Fair
- Professional & Technology Diversity Career Fair
- AL DIA - Diversity Career Fair
- Community College of Philadelphia Website
- Indeed.com
- Other
- * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
- * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- No Response
- High School/GED
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- Other
- * Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in education, social work, human services, or related field?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have two (2) years of experience working with a disadvantaged population?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have working knowledge of Commonwealth Workforce Development System (CWDS)?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you proficient in Microsoft Access and Publisher?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a valid driver's license, and use of a personal vehicle?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have previous work experience in higher education?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- References