Temple University

Description

Temple University's Lenfest Center for Community Workforce Partnerships is searching for a Student Support Coordinator!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

A hybrid work schedule

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Position Summary

The Student Support Coordinator is a grant-funded position responsible for conducting academic assessment and individualized career assessments for individuals who are coming through the Workforce Education and Lifelong Learning (WELL) Program at the Lenfest Center for Community Workforce Partnerships. The Student Support Coordinator will conduct workforce development-related workshops and will regularly meet with WELL participants. The ideal candidate should possess a work ethic that encourages teamwork and innovation through adaptability, flexibility, and diplomacy. Moreover, they should have the ability to execute a collaborative approach to achieving goals.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• This position is a grant-funded.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of two (2) years related experience in psychology, human relations, social work, communications, workforce development, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Strong knowledge of current labor market demands, barriers to employment, and established relationships with industry leaders and community organizations in North Philadelphia preferred.
• Ability to work with a diverse adult population.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint or comparable software.
• Demonstrated ability to counsel or coach using a strengths-based, individualized approach, especially for individuals with multiple barriers to employment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with a diverse population of staff, students, and participants.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and data management skills.

Additional Information

• This position requires a background check.
• This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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