Re-Entry Peer Support Mentor - Student Success Advocate

Mccneb; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, seeks a Re-entry Peer Support Mentor for full-time work. The role focuses on ongoing, individualized student support to help participants persist and complete education goals.

Grant-funded through 6/30/2027, with travel between campuses as needed. The ideal candidate has lived experience related to the program, an associate’s degree, and 2 years of full-time coaching or support experience, preferably with recently released individuals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of student support services and community resources.
• Strong computer and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Skilled in human relations and diplomacy.
• Ability to communicate and interact with a diverse population.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing, individualized student support to help participants persist and complete goals.
• Assists with intake and ensures access to programming and academic success.
• Determines supports needed and provides resource referrals.
• Collects data for grant reporting and evaluates outcomes.
• Supports retention efforts and collaborates with departments to resolve issues.
• Represents the department at community events and meetings.
• Collaborates with Re-Entry Coaches and Directors to monitor progress and interventions.
• Participates in events like re-entry fairs and ceremonies.

Skills

Student support services

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Diplomacy

Teamwork

Record keeping

Professionalism under pressure

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Metropolitan Community College, Fort Omaha Campus, seeks a Re-entry Peer Support Mentor for full-time work. The role focuses on ongoing, individualized student support to help participants persist and complete education goals.

Grant-funded through 6/30/2027, with travel between campuses as needed. The ideal candidate has lived experience related to the program, an associate’s degree, and 2 years of full-time coaching or support experience, preferably with recently released individuals.