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Generation Hope · 3 months ago

Scholar Program Coordinator (PT)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$26.50/hr - $31.25/hr

2+ years exp

Generation Hope is a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring all student parents have the opportunity to succeed and achieve economic mobility. The Scholar Program Coordinator is responsible for case management and program coordination to support Generation Hope Scholars, ensuring they are participating in healthy mentoring relationships and are on track to graduation.

EducationHigher EducationNon ProfitProperty Management

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Support a caseload of up to 13 Generation Hope Scholars in the Scholar Program, providing holistic case management, including but not limited to:

Academic planning

Assistance with navigating the college system, such as financial aid and transferring to a 4-year school

Making referrals for Scholars and assisting them in accessing government and community services

Providing emotional support

Providing Scholars with resources to address basic needs

Ensure our Scholars receive consistent and supportive mentoring through our robust mentoring program by supervising the mentoring relationships within your caseload, including addressing areas of conflict or challenge among Scholars and their mentors (i.e., Sponsors) in a productive, sensitive way that maintains and improves the Scholar/Sponsor relationship

Maintain accurate program records through the program database to ensure thorough program evaluation

Assist with organizing and planning various program events, such as field trips, social events, and trainings

Maintain professional and technical knowledge in order to exercise greater discretion and decision making by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies

Other duties as assigned to support Generation Hope’s mission

Qualification

Case managementProgram coordinationMicrosoft OfficeGoogle SuiteCounseling experienceEvent planningBilingual (Spanish/English)Customer serviceRecord keepingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

At least 2 years of experience working with young adults

Excellent office and computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite is required

Willingness to adjust hours to accommodate the needs and schedules of Scholars and their families, and must be available for special events and trainings, which may occur on evenings and weekends

Ability to get to sites around the DC Metro area on a regular basis

Demonstrated commitment to understanding and dismantling systemic and institutional racism