Admissions Associate

at  Riverview School Inc

Admissions AssociateReports to: The Director of AdmissionsJob Classification: Full Time, ExemptMain Function: In Collaboration with the Director of Admissions, the Admissions Associate is responsible for generating and increasing interest and enrollment for the Riverview School. This role will manage key aspects of the Admissions process and travel to promote and market the Riverview School. Essential Job Functions: Prospecting and marketing PromotionAbility to passionately communicate Riverviews mission and the life-changing affect that it can have on students and their families.Relationship building with prospective families and referring professionals Q&A, information gatheringQuantifiable growth of qualified admissions and referral sourcesAdmissions process steps Onsite visit, criteria for fit at the school, final decision, student/family interaction.Maintain relationships and problem solving of any and all issuesAdditional Functions/Responsibilities Identify and nurture potential new sources of applicants, further cultivate and grow existing relationshipsAudit current marketing materials, processes, and recruitment process to identify and collaborate on areas of improvement.Student Recruitment: oImplement student recruitment strategies and programs, responsible for recruiting activities and follow-ups. oVisit and participate at high schools, conferences, workshop, etc.
Provides information, facilitates campus visits, in collaboration with staff, conducts and supervises campus tours oEvaluate the profile of students and collect necessary information from referring professionals and service providers. oEnsure all information on visiting and accepted students obtained during the admissions process is accurate, up to date and readily available via the admissions database oManage the prospective students initial admissions process for all Riverview programs to provide support and ease anxiety over the transition. oProvide insight to Admissions Committee prior to acceptance of prospective students to facilitate the final decision on acceptance.oAct as liaison during Opening Weekends to greet new students and families (summer and fall programs)oConduct virtual and in-person information sessions for prospective families and professionals providing answers to questions and any required follow up. oAll other duties as assigned.Candidate Requirements: 1.
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree. 2. Demonstrates an understanding of learning disabilities and willingness to learn the integrated curriculum, and middle, secondary, and transition programs offered at Riverview School.3. Preferred experience working in an admissions office or have a certification in Moderate Special Needs / experience working with adolescents with learning disabilities is preferred.4.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal, sales, communication, technology and writing skills.5. Proven track record of increase of qualified leads and referral sources5. The ability to research targeted marketing opportunities within identified geographies.6. Exhibits comfort and competence with public speaking/presenting the school and its programs.7..
Travel plays an integral role in this position. Ideal candidate will undertake frequent travel primarily in the Northeast region but will include nationwide and international destinations, including multi -day or weekly overnight marketing trips. Occasionally will entail nights/ weekends.8. Participate in orientation training weeks prior to the opening of school, in addition to the weekly in-service training program throughout the school year (minimum of 24 hours of in-service training).9..
All admissions associates must exercise efficiently and effectively: Time management and organizational skillsCommunication and interpersonal skillsFlexibility to assist other departments, as neededThis position requires the following: Valid Drivers licenseValid Passport for international travelDocumentation of a negative TB testParticipation in Universal Precaution and OSHA Guidance TrainingSuitable background check results (including CORI, SORI, DCF, Child Welfare, and fingerprinting)Current C.P.R. and First Aid certificationProfessional referencesApplicationPlease fill out an online application and the appropriate person will be in touch. Thank you!No phone calls please

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