Student Support Specialist - College Internship Program : Job Details

STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST A Day in the Life: The Student Support Specialist works to develop pathways toward employment and self-sufficiency for students by building their vocational abilities and confidence. The Student Support Specialist is an onsite part-time non-exempt position who reports to the Career Coordinator. This position operates in a highly scheduled environment but may require longer hours and occasional weekend work and minimal travel as job duties demand. The Career Coach position involves a moderate physical demand. All the Responsibilities We'll Trust You With:

• Assist students in assessing an inventory of related employment skills and interests
• Develop student pre-employment skills and resources within the career portfolio
• Support student on-the-job experiences
• Assist the student in developing relationships with their employer
• Teach vocational/career-building and pre-vocational classes as well as provide individual career coaching in areas such as interview preparation, job search, correspondence, etc.
• Serve as a liaison between employer & student, working to identify areas requiring additional training on techniques and methods for maintaining solid work habits
• Track student engagement (e.g., hours) in community service involvement as well as vocational activities
• Supervise students at internship sites or coordinate site supervision, as needed
• Monitor students' performance at work sites to ensure compliance and safety
• Support students in recognizing the need for different types of accommodations, techniques, and methods of instructions
• Report student career progress to the Career Coordinator
• *Other Duties as Assigned

Qualities You Possess:

• The Student Support Specialist will possess exceptional communication skills, precise attention to detail, superior organization and prioritization skills and self-motivation in managing tasks to completion. They will have genuine empathy and awareness of the needs and sensitivities of prospective families, students, and staff.

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise:

• Associate's degree (or in pursuit of) from an accredited institution in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field is required. Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
• Proficient with office utility computer software programs and a quick learner in new technologies.
• Education, training, or career experience in approaches, methods, and supports for persons with autism spectrum disorder and/or learning differences, specifically in the vocational or employment area.
• Experience in the field of autism and/or learning disabilities.
• Special education and/or career services or placement background.
• An Active Driver's license is required.

Why Join CIP?

• Vacation Time - 15 days full time only
• Paid Holidays - 12 days full time only;Holiday premium pay for part time only
• Paid Sick Days and Personal Days accrued
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits: Short and Long-term Disability, Additional Life, Child Life and Spousal Life
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) - We offer a Traditional 401(K) and a Roth 401(K) employer match up to 4%
  • Financial Wellness Advisor Services
• Tuition and continued education reimbursement up to $3,000 annually for full time and up to $1,000 for part time
• Wellness reimbursement of $200 per year for full time and $100 per year for part time
• Employee Assistance Program: child care and parenting, senior care and aging, emotional health, health and wellness, legal and financial, access to discounts
• A health advocate to assist with our insurance & healthcare challenges
• Ongoing monthly training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Culture

*Please note that the benefits listed may change based on business needs, regulatory requirements or other factors This role may also be of interest to candidates searching for positions or skills related to case management, student success, behavioral health, mental health counseling, disability services, special education, autism support, vocational counseling, higher education, social work, peer mentor, human services, therapy, school counseling, internship support, college readiness, residential life, crisis response, student engagement, transition services, behavior technician, substitute teacher, college advising, working with people with autism, wraparound services, camp counselor, marriage and family therapy, executive functioning, peer coach, emotional regulation, resource specialist, neurodiversity support, crisis intervention, working with people with developmental disabilities, student involvement, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma informed care, campus life, paraprofessionals, clinical therapist, psychologist, coping skills, alternative education, youth services, private practice, individual/group counseling, inclusion workforce development, student affairs, student assistant, school experience, instructional assistant, IEP, social-emotional learning, autism advocacy, working with high schoolers, holistic wellness, career services, student life, academic planning, peer support, crisis prevention intervention, student services, working with people with disabilities, first year experience, college success, postsecondary support, inclusive teaching, mental health advocacy, college transition, academic advising, adaptive learning, paraeducators, psychology, individualized support, mindfulness, learning disabilities, accessibility services, disability studies, cognitive science, sociology, social and behavioral sciences, and education. Accommodations Disabilities Act Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job position. Affirmative Action Plan (AAP)/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement College Internship Program (CIP) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Team members may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. Weekends and Evenings (1 pm to 9 pm)