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American River College
Student Personnel Assistant - Temporary Assistance to Needy Families - (TANF)
Job Posting Number: C01447P
Salary: $3,843.04 per month LRCCD Salary Schedules
Closing Date: 06/14/2021
Complete job description and application available online at: http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=199964
Position Summary
Under general supervision of assigned manager/supervisor, assists coordination of case management activities for Temporary Assistance to Needy Families – (TANF) TANF/CalWORKs students. Coordinates delivery of services designed to help CalWORKs students succeed in college vocational training and work study programs that lead to employment. Serves as a resource person to students, the public, nonprofit agencies, educational institutions, and college staff. [For a detailed job description for this Los Rios Classified Employees Association (White Collar) posting Job Descriptions click here].Benefits
Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalPERS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.
Full-time, twelve-month employees receive 17 days of annual paid holidays, 15 days’ vacation yearly (with increases after 5 & 10 years) and 8 hours of sick leave per month. Los Rios also offers extensive professional development opportunities with the district and financial support and/or paid time off to complete external academic studies. (See full LRCEA contract agreement details.)Assignment Responsibilities
Coordinates college activities designed to assist TANF students to enter the workforce and improve career options, including presenting workshops on interviewing, resume and portfolio development, job search skills and Internet use. Interprets program regulations or benefit requirements and assists students in obtaining needed supportive services; provides information for TANF recipients regarding community resources and referrals, present and future employment opportunities, and types of occupations and industries in demand in the local labor market. Provides direct services to TANF students in coordination with county welfare departments, outside agencies, and college resources to assist students in successful completion of college training and work study programs leading to employment; and coordinates contacts with employers by assisting with job/internship development and maintaining related database. Orients students, individually or in groups, to the Center and its resources; monitors the use of the Center; develops and implements a Student Peer Advisor Program for TANF students; and follows up on job placement and school status of TANF students and graduates including dropouts. Works in cooperation with counselors, instructors, college nurses, and/or other appropriate college staff when TANF students have special employment problems; identifies potential barriers to self-sufficiency; presents the CalWORKS program and opportunities; and maintains confidentiality of information and materials. Serves as resource person for staff and students and answers routine questions regarding program requirements; advises students to assist them in their development of educational and vocational objectives. Oversees and/or acts as a lead for work study positions, student workers, and staff, and assigns work. Assists with advertising the Center and its programs through bulletin announcements, newsletters, mass mailings, display racks and other visual displays; and assists with the development of the master calendar of Center events. Performs general office duties and schedules appointments. Assists with the development of a database to provide accountability for TANF job-related activities; and records and coordinates case management/documentation, maintains case records; and prepares periodic reports. Assists in creating an aesthetic, warm atmosphere of acceptance in the Center; attends appropriate conferences, workshops and staff meetings as assigned; addresses community groups and faculty members to explain services provided to TANF students; and performs related duties as required.Additional Information
American River College is committed to employees:
● Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
● Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence.
● Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
● Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
● Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others’ perspectives and lived experiences.Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience related to the duties of the position.EDUCATION: Completion of an associate’s degree or 60 semester units (90 quarter units). Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to one year of college education.
Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
(Experience Requirement: One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement. Education Requirement: 15 units are equal to six months of education; 30 units are equal to one year of education.)
Education must be from an accredited institution.The Los Rios Community College District is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, political affiliation or belief, or marital status.
