Job Location : New York,NY, USA
Department: Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP
Campus Location: Manhattan, KS
Hire Type: Full Time
Pay: Salary is set for the position at $40,500/yr
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm (regular evenings & weekends based on scheduled events but flexible)
Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.
Job Story:
See a future for youths in the foster care system, where they need a little extra assistance to get on track for their dreams to become reality! Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP is a state-wide program serving students in foster care, grades 7-12 and first year in college.We require someone who is organized with exceptional time management. Deliver content at events/information workshops in the evening or weekends. Travel to meet with your caseload across the region regularly during the school day to personalize services for their scholarly level. Building rapport with this population and maintaining appropriate boundaries is key to these relationships. Show your investment in their future by making connections with their needs, follow up/follow through, as well as being a role model for them.The priority goes to great documentation and information sharing with other invested parties. Travel is essential in this role, as you cover a region and have time to mentally prepare on your way to your appointments. Celebrate milestones of each youth and help them on the fumbles so they feel prepared for the next time. These are the qualities it takes, and the person we are looking for, so apply today!Applicants must reside in the area the position is located in.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the enrollment, monitoring, and/or advising of eligible participants. Establishes and maintains a positive and professional relationship with all referral agencies. Plans educational, career, and life skills activities, completes the College Access Plan (CAP) on each student, and coordinates with College Access Mentors or other partners to ensure services are provided.
Essential Functions:
Job Duties:
Required Education and Experience:
Required License/Certifications/Training:
Valid Kansas driver's license for Trio Talent Search, Trio Talent Search South, Haysville GEAR UP, and TRIO Upward Bound Wichita Prep.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Additional Information:
Must be able to complete a State of Kansas Child Abuse and Neglect background check.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
Additional Physical Requirement:
Ability to drive a 7 to 15 passenger van safely & travel distances regularly.Must be able to escort students on campus visits - which may include lots of walking.Must be able to attend community and school presentations.Overnight travel occasionally to trainings and conferences may be required.
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