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Fresh Start Teacher/Transition Coordinator

Location: Eau Claire, WI
Starting Wage: $20.92 to $26.15 per hour
Department: Housing & Family Services
Shift: Days
Status: Full Time

The Teacher/Transition Coordinator for the Fresh Start Program is responsible for assisting young adults, ages 17-25, in obtaining their high school diploma/GED and entering post-secondary education. The coordinator will provide transitional services, career development, youth leadership training, and follow-up services for all Fresh Start members. The starting wage for this position is $20.92 to $26.15 per hour. This is a 36 hours per week position and the scheduled will be Monday through Thursday.

Essential Functions:

Educational Attainment:

• Oversee educational/academic and youth leadership development components.
• Assist members in developing community/service-learning components. 
• Provide actual classroom instruction to members, in a group and one-on-one setting.
• Collaborate with CVTC GED program and utilize education resources as needed. 
• Develop post-secondary education opportunities for Fresh Start graduates.

Transitional Services:

• Work in collaboration with Program Coordinator to provide pre-employment, education, and job search opportunities for students.
• Ensure smooth transition for Fresh Start members into post-secondary education and/or employment. 
• Provide follow-up and maintain information on all graduates per current grant guidelines.  
• Become a resource for Fresh Start staff to ensure all students leave with a complete portfolio and certifications. 

Other Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall program retention, data collection, and documentation for AmeriCorps and other grant reporting. 
• Attend monthly evaluations on all members with other Fresh Start staff. 
• Assist with program recruitment and youth enrollment. 
• Become familiar with Fresh Start AmeriCorps and other grant requirements.
• Participate in monthly and quarterly Fresh Start staff meetings. 
• Youth transport as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Housing & Family Services Director. 

QUALIFICATIONS   

To perform this job successfully, an employee must: 

• Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Be punctual and maintain appropriate appearance.
• Demonstrate proficiency with a variety of Windows-based software applications (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and Power Point). 
•  Possess strong communication, listening and critical thinking skills. 
•  Be able to work independently. 
• Have experience working with young adults.
• Understand the issues and cultures facing young adults. 
• Must have respect for the ideas, capabilities, and intelligence of young adults. 
• Possess good organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize daily activities, anticipate changes, and meet all grant requirements and deadlines.  

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in education or related required.
• 3 years’ experience working with at risk youth and providing career guidance

Licenses, Certifications, and Authorizations Required:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have an insured vehicle.
• Must meet Western Dairyland’s insurability requirements.
• Pass FBI Fingerprinting background check per AmeriCorps Requirements. 

Western Dairyland is committed to employee wellness and work-life balance. We have implemented a four-day 36-hour work week!

We offer a complete benefit package, including:

Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave

• Vacation time accrued at 0.05769 hours per hours worked
• 25 hours of personal time (prorated at start time)
• 10 paid holidays
• Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
  • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
  • maximum accrued sick leave of 408hours
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability agency paid

401(k) plan with up to a 6% match 

Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

Health Insurance

• 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
• 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
• $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

• Employee Only $36.67 per month
• Employee + Family $108.20 per month

Vision Insurance

• Employee Only $5.43 per month
• Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
• Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month
• Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
• Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
• Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
• Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
• Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace
• WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

To apply for this position:

1. Complete an affirmative action form
2. Apply on our website or send a cover letter and resume to HR@wdeoc.org

This agency is an equal opportunity employer.