Student Financial Aid Peer Coach (Work-Study)

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago seeks a College Work Study Financial Coach to assist the Financial Aid Office. This role involves outreach activities, completion of financial aid applications, and providing peer financial counseling to students and community members.

The ideal candidate maintains a 2.0 GPA, is enrolled in a degree program, and possesses excellent communication and customer service skills. Starting salary is $19/hour, following the approved scale.

Qualifications

• GPA of 2.0 required and maintain 6 credit hours each semester.
• Enroll in a degree program and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
• Adhere to confidentiality policy and pass background/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist Student Financial Aid Advisor in outreach activities.
• Complete financial aid applications and public benefits processes.
• Support community members with financial aid information.

Skills

Interacting with people

Assisting with online applications

Researching information

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to prioritize student service experiences

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City Colleges of Chicago seeks a College Work Study Financial Coach to assist the Financial Aid Office. This role involves outreach activities, completion of financial aid applications, and providing peer financial counseling to students and community members.

The ideal candidate maintains a 2.0 GPA, is enrolled in a degree program, and possesses excellent communication and customer service skills. Starting salary is $19/hour, following the approved scale.