Student Support Specialist (5246)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PTO program

401k Plan

Medical insurance options

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training & Professional Dev.

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Center For Family Services in Camden, NJ seeks a full-time Student Support Specialist to provide case management services, develop service plans, and connect students to resources. The position includes a $500 sign-on bonus and a salary between $50,000 and $55,000 per year.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in education or social services, strong communication, data analysis, and experience with community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in education, social services, or related field; commensurate experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to analyze data to measure effectiveness.
• Experience working with community partnerships and collaborations; passion for helping youth facing adversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach to identified students and families.
• Conduct one-on-one interviews and assessments; schedule intake appointments.
• Develop and maintains individual service plans and records for students and families.
• Connect students and families to resources and assist with assistance programs.
• Provide coaching and supports for students and families.
• Collaborate with Camden Re-Engagement Center staff to assist students who have disengaged or dropped out to obtain diplomas.
• Document case notes and contacts in the data system; examine trends affecting families and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Data analysis

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in Education or Social Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center For Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Position Summary:

Center For FamilyServices is seeking a full-time Student Support Specialist. The Student Support Specialist works collaboratively with partners to provide a full range of case management services to minimize barriers. Responsibilities include collecting, analyzing, synthesizing, and interpreting information needed to identify underlying factors and create appropriate service plans for students in need of support.

Location:Camden, NJ

Job Type/Status:Full-time

Salary: $50,000 to $55,000 per year

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide outreach to identified students and their families.
• Conduct one-on-one interviews and assessments of prospective referrals. Schedules intake appointments with prospective participants.
• Develop and maintains individual service plans and records for students and families.
• Review individual service plans and proactively connects students and their families to appropriate available resources and helps them apply for assistance programs that could ease and possibly eliminate many of their challenges.
• Provide one‑on‑one coaching and supports as needed for students and families.
• Collaborate with Camden Re‑Engagement Center Staff to assist students who have dis‑engaged or dropped out of school connect to alternative education pathways to obtain their high school diploma.
• Maintain professional growth and development throughout the year by attending trainings and workshops that will aid in providing superior case management services.
• Enter all documentation, including case notes and contacts into data system and examines trends/issues in the community that may be affecting families, partners, and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree in education, social services, or related field, commensurate experience in relevant field may be acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills required. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to multi‑task, meet strict deadlines, and work under time pressure. Ability to work effectively as a team member and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Ability to effectively use technology. Ability to analyze data to measure effectiveness.
• Experience working with community partnerships and collaborations. Demonstrated enthusiasm and passion for working with youth facing adversity, including students experiencing homelessness, poverty, and trauma. High energy and enthusiastic, with a strong belief that young people can succeed.

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.