College Navigator - On-Campus Student Support

Easter Seals Wisconsin Camps; Danvers (MA); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Easterseals Massachusetts is seeking a College Navigator/College Student Support Specialist to provide on-campus and virtual support to college students with disabilities as they adjust to academics without IEP accommodations. The role is primarily at NorthShore Community College in Danvers, with occasional Lynn assignments.

The position requires full-time availability, a start window around 8 am to 5 pm, and reliable daily transportation between campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required; and/or Master’s degree in related field
• Experience with young adults with disabilities preferred
• Knowledge of Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, etc.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Zoom
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Health documentation clearing for work
• COVID-19 vaccine (strongly preferred due to campus policies)

Responsabilités

• Develop action plans each semester that addresses each student’s goals as they relate to their transition into college
• Provide 1:1 coaching to develop and support concrete goals in areas of higher education and independent living
• Support the student with executive functioning skills such as time management, organization, scheduling, etc.
• Identify potential barriers and problem-solve around them with students and college staff
• Create a supportive environment between the college and the student
• Advocate for the student by identifying their needs and explain them to college staff
• Maintain ongoing documentation related to monitoring and evaluating client progress on goals
• Communication with referring agencies and program manager including monthly notes, weekly check-ins
• Ability to meet expectations, standards, and protocols of work sites and referring agencies
• Assist students with navigating online learning platforms including Blackboard, Canvas, and Moodle
• Help students understand the current college culture and expectations
• When applicable, assist clients in the consistent and appropriate use of assistive technology as outlined in the action plan
• Review and discuss potential referrals for other ESMA programs and services
• Provide ongoing program ideas for improvement to the program manager
• Attend transition-related conferences and represent Easter Seals Transition Services
• Resolves routine administrative problems
• Adapt communication style to effectively communicate with all individuals
• Regular interfacing with students, families, disability professionals, and educators

Connaissances

Disability experience

Communication skills

Clearance requirements

COVID-19 vaccination preferred

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Outils

Blackboard

Moodle

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Description du poste

Easterseals Massachusetts is seeking a College Navigator/College Student Support Specialist to provide on-campus and virtual support to college students with disabilities as they adjust to academics without IEP accommodations. The role is primarily at NorthShore Community College in Danvers, with occasional Lynn assignments.

The position requires full-time availability, a start window around 8 am to 5 pm, and reliable daily transportation between campuses.