College of DuPage
Student Support Specialist, CEJA Aurora Network Hub (FT, Grant Funded), CFRN2203
College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, us, 60138
Overview
The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, connected to the local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus with a range of credentials and pathways to further education. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce and to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Provide retention and transitional support to CEJA students to encourage enrollment and success in postsecondary education. Plan, coordinate, deliver and report on transition activities leading to successful enrollment and retention in the CEJA program, and assist with support in finding employment and/or continued study. Assist with support, development, and expansion of bridge programs for adult learners. Coordinate outreach efforts to identify and enroll CEJA program students. Meet with students to inform them of educational opportunities within the CEJA project and partner colleges if not eligible for the program. Provide follow-up services to provide transitional support through the enrollment process, including a case management component and resource referrals. Actively recruit adult learners to enroll in CEJA courses/programs through presentations, orientation sessions, flyers, marketing materials, and referrals. Represent CEJA and college programs at events. Develop programs to transition HSE and Intermediate-Advanced ELA students to college classes and monitor their progress (e.g., learning communities, bridge programs). Collaborate with Managers to develop service and learning outcomes for transition activities. Develop relationships with local community agencies and various COD departments to ensure students are linked to resources. Assist adult learners with paperwork, class scheduling, and creating long-term plans for training or employment. Serve as a point of contact with the IL WorkNet Center and participate in Workforce Development activities as assigned. Participate in relevant meetings with Continuing Education and Student Services related to successful transitions of adult learners. Collaborate with Student Services, Admissions/Recruitment, and academic programs using uniform procedures for tracking students and attending regular meetings. Track and document student progress toward stated goals and objectives; regularly update participant case notes in the CEJA database. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: BA/BS Degree Required; Master’s preferred. Experience: 2-3 years working with adult students in an advising, teaching, or administrative support role required; bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. Working Conditions
This position requires a background check and drug screen. Hybrid remote eligible. Compensation and Benefits
Hiring range starts at $21.70/hr based on experience. College of DuPage offers a comprehensive benefits plan including paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision benefits effective on the first day of employment, and retirement benefits. Equal Opportunity
College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or other protected statuses.
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The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, connected to the local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus with a range of credentials and pathways to further education. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce and to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Provide retention and transitional support to CEJA students to encourage enrollment and success in postsecondary education. Plan, coordinate, deliver and report on transition activities leading to successful enrollment and retention in the CEJA program, and assist with support in finding employment and/or continued study. Assist with support, development, and expansion of bridge programs for adult learners. Coordinate outreach efforts to identify and enroll CEJA program students. Meet with students to inform them of educational opportunities within the CEJA project and partner colleges if not eligible for the program. Provide follow-up services to provide transitional support through the enrollment process, including a case management component and resource referrals. Actively recruit adult learners to enroll in CEJA courses/programs through presentations, orientation sessions, flyers, marketing materials, and referrals. Represent CEJA and college programs at events. Develop programs to transition HSE and Intermediate-Advanced ELA students to college classes and monitor their progress (e.g., learning communities, bridge programs). Collaborate with Managers to develop service and learning outcomes for transition activities. Develop relationships with local community agencies and various COD departments to ensure students are linked to resources. Assist adult learners with paperwork, class scheduling, and creating long-term plans for training or employment. Serve as a point of contact with the IL WorkNet Center and participate in Workforce Development activities as assigned. Participate in relevant meetings with Continuing Education and Student Services related to successful transitions of adult learners. Collaborate with Student Services, Admissions/Recruitment, and academic programs using uniform procedures for tracking students and attending regular meetings. Track and document student progress toward stated goals and objectives; regularly update participant case notes in the CEJA database. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education: BA/BS Degree Required; Master’s preferred. Experience: 2-3 years working with adult students in an advising, teaching, or administrative support role required; bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. Working Conditions
This position requires a background check and drug screen. Hybrid remote eligible. Compensation and Benefits
Hiring range starts at $21.70/hr based on experience. College of DuPage offers a comprehensive benefits plan including paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision benefits effective on the first day of employment, and retirement benefits. Equal Opportunity
College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or other protected statuses.
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