Part-Time Program Specialist-AIC

Temple University • Philadelphia, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Temple University's North Philadelphia Workforce Initiative is seeking a part-time Program Specialist for the Achieving Independence Center (AIC). The position supports educational programming and engages AIC members ages 14 to 23 with AIC Education Services and the College Enrichment Program.

The Program Specialist facilitates workshops on post-secondary planning, post-secondary options and support, and financial aid processes and opportunities as part of the AIC Tier System. The role also supports youth engagement through recruitment events and tabling, outreach to AIC members, and communication with internal and external staff. The specialist provides direct services to AIC and College Enrichment Program participants to determine their educational needs and support services.

This is a grant-funded position with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-campus and remote work at the discretion of Temple University and the department. Employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and requires criminal history, child abuse, FBI fingerprinting, cash handling, and personally identifiable information background checks.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience working with youth and young adults aging out of foster care; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Availability Monday through Thursday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with flexibility for a Friday schedule between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Google, and program database systems.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse staff and youth.
• Ability to think critically, identify challenges, develop solutions, and adapt to new processes.
• Time management skills, including punctuality and meeting deadlines.
• Organizational, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with Philadelphia social services and the child welfare system.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and required background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in social work or a related field.
• Previous experience coordinating and facilitating small-group workshops.

Responsibilities

• Support educational programming at the Achieving Independence Center.
• Conduct outreach to AIC members ages 14 to 23 to engage them with AIC Education Services and the College Enrichment Program.
• Facilitate workshops on post-secondary planning, post-secondary options and support, and the financial aid process and opportunities.
• Support youth engagement through recruitment events and tabling, outreach to AIC members, and communication with internal and external staff.
• Provide direct services to AIC and College Enrichment Program participants to determine educational needs and support services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed