Student Support Specialist at Southern Nevada Joint Management Culinary & Bartenders Training Fund

North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

26.45

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Student support, Intake assessment, Vocational training, Workforce development, Advocacy, Performance planning, Referral services, Attendance monitoring, Communication, Record keeping, Collaboration

Industry

Description

General Description: The Student Support Specialist will provide individual support and case management services to students attending CALV’s vocational training classes. This individual will work to identify and resolve issues which can act as a barrier to both training and successful employment. The right candidate will have experience in the education or workforce development space and must have a passion for advocacy and providing individualized support services to students in need. Essential Functions: * Conduct initial intake assessments to determine eligibility for training classes and tuition assistance programs. * Clarify all rules & regulations to students, advising them of their responsibilities and obligations under program participation. * Work with students throughout the duration of their training program to address any behavioral concerns and potential barriers to successful employment. * Provide referrals to outside support services/agencies to help students deal with economic, emotional, or physical challenges. * Assist school personnel with the creation and implementation of individualized performance plans as needed. * Monitor student attendance to ensure success in training programs. * Ensures comprehensive assessments and case notes are completed within required time frames. * Collaborate with the Student Support Manager, Student Services team, and faculty on a regular basis to ensure student success. * Contribute to outreach and recruitment efforts to ensure access to tuition-assisted training opportunities. * Perform other related tasks as required. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of an associate’s degree (required). Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, or a related field (preferred). Experience working in a school setting, workforce development space or case management is required. Experience and Education Substitutions: * None Licensing and Certification: * None Physical Demands & Working Conditions: The following physical demands and working conditions represent those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. It may require weekend and/or evening work. Sitting up to 20% of shift Walking up to 75% of shift Crouching/Bending/Stooping up to 25% of shift Reaching up to 25% of shift Ability to see up to 100% of shift Ability to hear up to 100% of shift Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing up to 100% of shift Occasional Travel up to 50% of shift

Responsibilities

The Student Support Specialist provides case management and individual support to students to help them overcome barriers to training and employment. They conduct intake assessments, monitor student progress, and collaborate with faculty to ensure successful program completion.