Student Support Specialist-3

IRC

Abilene, TX, United States
Base: $21.57 - $22.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Educational case management
Refugee student support
Academic coaching and tutoring
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
  • The Student Support Specialist will assess educational backgrounds, develop individualized service plans, connect students with resources, and facilitate group programming to promote academic success for refugee students new to Abilene.
  • IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings plans with matching, and an Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

Salary

Base: $21.57 - $22.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan with matching

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Educational case management
  • Refugee student support
  • Academic coaching and tutoring
  • Program documentation and reporting
  • Collaboration with school district
  • Volunteer mentor training

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual communication skills
  • Cultural and refugee specific training
  • Experience with at-risk youth
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work flexible hours

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience with refugee or immigrant populations
  • Understanding of US education system
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
  • Ability to work outside school hours
  • Fluency in English

Work Rights

Not specified

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