College Access Coordinator (PT)
The College Access Coordinator is a newly created position will strengthen, expand, lead and coordinate College Access Program (CAP) activities and services for neighborhood residents, primarily youth. Specifically, the CAP Coordinator is responsible for: significantly expanding the number of CAP participants and the meaningful engagement and college preparation of participants through effective and strategic outreach and service delivery; plan, organize, and provide workshops and tutoring services; provide individual guidance and other supports; facilitate the development/strengthening of partnerships with area high schools, colleges and universities; build relationships with volunteers and other resources; track CAP participant activity and report on results. Qualified candidates must have: a Bachelor's Degree; a minimum of 3 years college preparation, admissions and/or related experience; Full understanding of college admissions and how to assist students through the process; Teaching experience (preferably with teenagers); Strong computer skills; Excellent organization, planning and reporting skills; Excellent verbal, written & interpersonal skills; Strong relationship building & networking skills; Ability to work independently and function as an integral part of a team; Knowledge and understanding of mental health issues, homelessness, and unemployment, under- employment, poverty and social justice is preferred; a valid driver's license and able to meet insurance standards. Additionally, any candidate considered for this position must be able to satisfactorily complete criminal & child abuse check. Location: Honickman Learning Center/Comcast Technology Labs, 1936 N. Judson Street , Philadelphia , PA. Hours: 20 hours 4 days per week (some flexibility in days Monday – Friday, with some evening/Saturday hours).
Please address all employment inquires to:
Project H.O.M.E.
Director of HR
1515 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia , PA 19130
- or email to work@projecthome.org
(please send all attachments as Microsoft Word® documents) - or fax information to: (215) 382-7633.
Due to the large volume of resumes we receive, we are unable to personally acknowledge the receipt and status of each one. After a resume is received, it is reviewed and, if appropriate, routed to the hiring department for further consideration. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The recruitment process may take four or more weeks due to the specific nature of each position's requirements.
Project H.O.M.E. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, citizenship, or veteran status.
