Student Support Specialist - KEYS Program (Grant FT)
Community College of Allegheny County

Job Info

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Student Support Specialist - KEYS Program (Grant FT)

Position Title: Student Support Specialist - KEYS Program (Grant FT)

Department: Keystone Ed Yields Success

Campus: Allegheny Campus

Additional Information: This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter and resume by no later than December 10, 2024. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent on sufficient future funding. This grant may be renewed.

Benefits: CCAC offers an exceptional benefits package. Highlights include an excellent health plan with very low out-of-pocket expense network option, generous time off and holiday pay, a 403b retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or other options through the State's retirement defined benefit pension system, free employee parking, public service (student) loan forgiveness eligible employer, and employer paid benefits including group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person

Work Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm

Salary Grade: Admin 12 - $45,206

Job Category: Administrators

Employment Type: Grant Funded Full-Time

Job Slot: G605

Job Open Date: 11/22/2024

Job Close Date: Open until filled

General Summary: The main purpose of the KEYS student facilitator is to monitor the progress of their caseload of students and provide the encouragement and support necessary to enable KEYS students to complete their course of study at CCAC.

Grant Summary: The Keystone Education Yields Success (KEYS) Program provides support services to improve the retention and degree completion rates of students receiving public assistance.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in education or related field, and two years' experience in human services serving diverse populations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability and willingness to work collaboratively. Attention to detail and the ability to follow through with assisting the student. Commitment to students' success and student-centered education. Must have reliable transportation. Ability to serve as a representative of the College at public and private events with some evenings and weekends.

Duties:


1. Using a coordinated caseload management model, facilitate student success and retention for students enrolled in the KEYS program.2. Serve as a resource to help student develop a career specific education plan. Assist student to develop appropriate activities and additional hours to meet workforce participation rate (public assistance) during semesters and semester breaks.3. Communicate with the student's County Assistance Office caseworker regarding supportive services and supportive service needs.4. Coordinate college support and financial aid. Participate in student orientation.5. Holistically support and monitor a students academic progress utilizing EAB Navigate.6. Provide the Department of Public Welfare with essential information concerning the student's success.7. Assist with the development and implementation of early intervention and retention programs. Maintain ongoing and scheduled contact with students.8. Complete required data-entry and program related paperwork accurately and on time.9. Compile information on program services, activities, and students. Maintain accurate, organized, completed, and detailed records and develop and maintain reports as required or assigned. 10. Attend meetings and conferences as assigned by Project Coordinator.11. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.


To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=1658







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