Generation Hope-posted 3 months ago
$26 - $31/Yr
Part-time
Washington, DC

The Scholar Program Coordinator is responsible for case management and program coordination to ensure Generation Hope Scholars are participating in healthy mentoring relationships and are on track to graduation. The Scholar Program Coordinator will have an external impact in the following ways: Providing involved support to teen parents attending colleges across the DMV area. Assisting with the planning of engaging program activities for Scholars, their children, and volunteer mentors (i.e., Sponsors). Ensuring Generation Hope is building and sustaining key community partners by conducting partner research and representing Generation Hope to nonprofits, donors, students, and various other constituent groups. Providing program evaluation support and progress reports to ensure Generation Hope is meeting its program goals.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • BSW or MSW preferred.
  • Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) preferred.
  • Experience working with teen parents or marginalized youth a plus.
  • Counseling and/or case management experience a plus.
  • Experience facilitating or co-leading workshops/trainings a plus.
  • Event planning experience a plus.
  • Exhibited qualities of honesty, credibility, and dedication to the mission and values of Generation Hope.
  • Flexible schedule required, with some evenings and weekends.
  • Hourly / Non-Exempt classification.
  • Salary Range: $26.50 - $31.25/hour.
  • Hybrid work schedule with 1 in-office day on Wednesdays.
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