Location: Schenectady, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Fri Nov 3 2023 Job Description:
SUNY Schenectady County Community College is seeking a full-time Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) Program Assistant.
This position is a professional (unrepresented) full-time, grant funded, contracted position.
Under the direction of the Director of LPP, the Program Assistant is responsible for assisting with program development, student recruitment, student workforce development planning, enrichment activities planning, and collection of relevant student data.
They will carry a case-load of students and be responsible for completion of social-emotional assessments and Personal Learning Plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide a physically, mentally, and emotionally safe place for all LPP students
Plan activities for students attending the program according to grant outcomes
Assist with planning and development, recruitment, and workforce development efforts
Recruit students from various partnering schools
Work with students in completing Personal Learning Plans and Social-Emotional Assessments
Follow and uphold the Student Code of Conduct
Assist with Home Visits
Hold students accountable for their actions
Communicate with parents when necessary
Track and submit monthly attendance and service records
Assist with summer programming
Attend and chaperone LPP field trips
Attend regular staff meetings
Some weekends and evenings may be required
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Human Services or similar field
Experience working with at-promise youth in a school or afterschool setting
Basic computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google tools (i.
e.
Google Docs, Google Meet and Google Sheets)
Ability to travel to all partner schools, SUNY Schenectady and partnering agencies throughout the Schenectady area
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
Critical thinking skills and sound decision making
Ability to be flexible and adapt to change
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Trauma-informed training and or experience preferred
Capable of facilitating or leading activities and lessons
Special Information:
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position
Some weekends and evenings may be required
Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check and verification of official College transcripts.
Additional Information:
Salary: $34,000/year
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