Job Description

IMPORTANT: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AT THE END OF THIS JOB POSTING

ABOUT US:

Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center + Rosemary Anderson High School (POIC + RAHS) is a minority-led nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing the highest quality services in education, mentoring, family outreach, employment training and placement.

Established in 1968, POIC + RAHS has been a beacon for communities of color for over 50 years. Today, POIC + RAHS provides education and direct services to over 700 students and work trainees annually, 80% of whom are Black or Latinx.  

• We believe all people have value.

• We believe all people can grow.

• We believe all people can contribute and build thriving communities.

Visit our website at www.portlandoic.org

JOB SUMMARY: As the Student Engagement and Retention Specialist, you will ensure the success of RAHS students by providing student and family outreach and support; tracking and reporting on student needs and progress; and connecting students with POIC + RAHS programs including after-school activities, tutoring, employment and training services, parenting education services, and mentoring as well as juvenile justice prevention/intervention services.

WHAT WE OFFER:

POIC + RAHS offers a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow. Additionally, our compensation and benefits package represent our commitment to employee health and financial wellness.

• Generous vacation/PTO policy

• Employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option

• 403(b) Retirement Plan option

• Twelve paid Holidays per year

• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit:

1.       Personal Statement that includes:

a.       Why you are interested in working for POIC + RAHS

b.       How your skills and experience relate to this position

c.       What you can contribute to our organization and the youth we serve

2.       Resume

Please send your Personal Statement and Resume to jobs@portlandoic.org with the job title in the subject line. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT SUBMIT A PERSONAL STATEMENT THAT INCLUDES THE REQUESTED INFORMATION MAY BE DISQUALIFIED FROM CONSIDERATION FOR THE POSITION.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tracks data of all Youth Services program participants at the campus level
• Collaborates with POIC + RAHS colleagues to measure and report student growth in areas such as credit attainment, school engagement, discipline and attendance
• Serves as a liaison between assigned campuses and the Youth Services team
• Meets with students regularly
• Supports Program Coordinators with quarterly Individual Success Plan (ISP) updates
• Adheres to documentation requirements including accurate data entry into student files, ISP-s, weekly and/or monthly reports

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal Requirements:

• Strong organization and time management skills; ability to balance multiple competing priorities and deadlines

• Ability to build effective, trusting relationships with young people and parents

• Ability to identify and appropriately engage adolescents with mental health, drug and alcohol issues

• Knowledge of community resources and referral/follow-up processes

• Strong writing skills

• Strong cultural competency

• Driver-s license, access to a personal vehicle and ability to meet our insurability requirements

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum one year of customer service experience
• Experience providing outreach, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution with youth and families
• Understanding of social service practices and experience working with families from diverse backgrounds

Application Instructions

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit:

1.       Personal Statement that includes:

a.       Why you are interested in working for POIC + RAHS

b.       How your skills and experience relate to this position

c.       What you can contribute to our organization and the youth we serve

2.       Resume

Please send your Personal Statement and Resume to jobs@portlandoic.org with the job title in the subject line. Applicants who do not submit a Personal Statement that includes the requested information may be disqualified from consideration for the position.

POIC + RAHS is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.