Community Connection Assistant

Missouri Western State University; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Connection Assistant provides students with meaningful, hands-on work experience while supporting the mission and daily operations of a local nonprofit organization, school, or government agency through an off-campus Federal Work-Study placement with Missouri Western State University.

Students are matched with an approved local agency based on organizational needs and, when possible, the student’s interests, skills, and career goals, gaining exposure to education, youth mentorship,

Qualifications

• MoWest student enrolled part-time and eligible for federal work-study.
• GPA at least 2.0 and commitment to professionalism and community engagement.
• Active enrollment and eligibility for Federal Work-Study.

Responsibilities

• Support and advance the mission, programs, and goals of the assigned organization
• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative functions
• Provide support to clients, customers, consumers, students, staff, volunteers, and community members
• Assist with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, events, or community initiatives
• Provide direct or indirect support to individuals and families served by the organization
• Assist with outreach, education, communication, or community engagement activities
• Organize materials, resources, records, or supplies as needed
• Support volunteers and staff with organizational projects and activities
• Assist with current programs and contribute to the development or expansion of future programming
• Complete assigned projects and responsibilities in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality and follow the policies, procedures, and expectations of the assigned organization
• Represent Missouri Western State University and the Center for Service in a professional and positive manner within the community

Skills

Professionalism

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

MoWest Student

Degree Seeking

Job description

Position Title

Community Connection Assistant

Appointment Term

Academic Year (August - May)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Community Connection Assistant provides students with meaningful, hands-on work experience while supporting the mission and daily operations of a local nonprofit organization, school, or government agency. Through an off-campus Federal Work-Study placement, students become active members of a community organization and contribute to initiatives that address local needs and strengthen the St. Joseph area. Community Connection Assistants will be matched with an approved local agency based on organizational needs and, when possible, the student’s interests, skills, and career goals. Students may gain experience in a variety of community-focused areas, including children and education, youth mentorship, literacy, food insecurity, homelessness, poverty, and other social and community needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and advance the mission, programs, and goals of the assigned organization
• Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative functions
• Provide support to clients, customers, consumers, students, staff, volunteers, and community members
• Assist with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, events, or community initiatives
• Provide direct or indirect support to individuals and families served by the organization
• Assist with outreach, education, communication, or community engagement activities
• Organize materials, resources, records, or supplies as needed
• Support volunteers and staff with organizational projects and activities
• Assist with current programs and contribute to the development or expansion of future programming
• Complete assigned projects and responsibilities in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality and follow the policies, procedures, and expectations of the assigned organization
• Represent Missouri Western State University and the Center for Service in a professional and positive manner within the community

Required Qualifications

• MoWest Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time
• Must be able to meet the work schedule and expectations established by the assigned community organization.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, dependability, and community engagement.
• Must qualify for federal work study.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work, volunteer, service-learning, internship, or community engagement experience
• Experience working with children, youth, families, or diverse populations. Interest in nonprofit, education, social services, public service, community development, or related fields
• Previous experience working as part of a team or in a community-based organization
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with staff and volunteers
• Strong interest in developing professional skills through hands-on community-based work

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professionalism
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Problem-Solving ability
• Teamwork- Build strong, positive working relationships with supervisors and coworkers
• Adapability

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Location

Various locations across the St Joseph community.

Hours of Work

Typical schedules will range from 12–15 hours per week.