The AmeriCorps College Coach at Carroll College will serve as a professional mentor supporting student success, through the active utilization of existing program and resources. The College Coach will aim to involve community member's campus-wide to spread awareness of available resources and support. This position will coordinate outreach, educational support, and accessibility of resources such as housing and food, while also creating and enhancing specific mentoring-based programs for students.
Service Activities
The College Coach at Carroll College will assist in the maintenance of the online job board, Handshake, and provide support at a variety of special events offered by the department. These events include advising and registration events, global learning initiatives, (Career) fairs and Expo’s, Etiquette Dinner, etc. The member will assist in the creation and reactivation of a PEER Advisor mentorship program, including recruitment, training, and ongoing maintenance of a PEER Advisor program. During the Fall semester the member will post, research, provide workshop(s), training or updates for students for acquiring scholarships to assist students in funding higher education. During the spring semester, the member will focus on providing resources for students regarding financial literacy and student federal aid resources.
Community Need Addressed
Food insecurity in the greater Helena area, and academic support for low-income and first-generation students.
Position Outcomes
Supporting low-income and first generation students at Carroll College by removing barriers like access to housing, food, and transportation.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
This site will provide on-campus housing assistance, access to home athletic events, rental of outdoor equipment, access to the campus workout facility + more. AmeriCorps College Coaches also receive 10 Days of Personal Leave; 10 Days of Sick/Medical Leave; Professional development and training opportunities; Eligible for hiring preference with Employers of National Service; Access to My Life Expert member assistance program.
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment