POSITION TITLE: GUARDIAN SCHOLARS COORDINATOR I
Compensation: $24-$30/hr DOE
Status: Full Time; Non-Exempt
Reports to: Guardian Scholar Supervisor
Benefits:
• Up to 100% coverage for employee- health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary participation in the Promises2Kids Safe Harbor 401k program; up to 4% of salary match annually
• Voluntary participation in the Flex Spending Account
• 10 paid holidays plus an additional floating holiday during your birthday month
• 15 days paid time off (PTO) yearly
• Flexible work enviornment allows for some remote work • Continuing Education opportunities
Location: San Diego, CA
OUR STORY
Promises2Kids is dedicated to its mission of creating a brighter future for foster children® in San Diego. From the moment children come into foster care and through to adulthood, Promises2Kids provides the hope, support, and opportunities these individuals need to change their lives for the better... now and for years to come. Programs include Camp Connect, Guardian Scholars, Foster Funds, and the A.B. and Jessie Polinsky Children’s Center. Learn more about Promises2Kids.org
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Guardian Scholars Supervisor, the Coordinator II will be responsible for a caseload of approximately 25-35 high need former foster youth participating in the Guardian Scholars program, providing whole-person and comprehensive case management services including: monitoring program participation/requirements, providing referrals to community partners, creating budgets, educating on study habits, ensuring basic needs are met, and maintaining regular contact. Additionally, this position will support the Guardian Scholars team in program specific administrative tasks such as check requests, database maintenance, and event planning.
Guardian Scholars aims to equip foster youth with essential resources, help them graduate high school and enroll in college and/or training programs, support them on their journey through high school and college to earning a college degree or certificate, and provide tools to successfully embark on a career path. Guardian Scholars provides current and former foster youth with a monthly stipend, mentoring, and individual support with the goal to increase their chance of academic success, graduation, employment, and ability to become a contributing member of society.
This position follows a Enhanced Care Management Model (ECM) and requires a level of knowledge about trauma informed care. This position will also require creative thinking and problem solving skills that will help youth connect to community rescourses. Must be able to pivot and adapt as well as stay consistent with a high level of emotional intelligence. Must be flexible with time and a minumum of 2 years of working with “At-Risk” populations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
Promises2Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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