Program Coordinator (6180)

THE SALVATION ARMY•New Orleans, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting student residents in the Next Chapter Program with managing and completion of school requirements, and working with student residents to obtain appropriate, permanent housing. The role involves orienting and supervising student residents to ensure adherence to program policies and restrictions, and assisting them with their school requirements. The Program Coordinator also collaborates, organizes, and facilitates resident life skills workshops including financial literacy, time management, and communication.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND two years experience working with college or upper high school students.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
Ability to keypunch information into a computer.
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Assist student residents in the Next Chapter Program with managing and completion of school requirements.
Work with student residents to obtain appropriate, permanent housing.
Orientate and supervise student residents of the New Chapter Program to ensure adherence to program policies and restrictions.
Assist residents with adherence to their school requirements.
Collaborate, organize, and facilitate resident life skills workshops including financial literacy, time management, and communication.
Assist residents to attain resources necessary to complete program and move to permanent housing.
Inspect apartments and common areas for adherence to program guidelines of cleanliness.
Maintain proper records and statistics for program.
Communicate with appropriate educational institutions regarding the resident student.