1,985 Student Assistance jobs in the United States

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Job Description: In this role, the Student Assistance Program Counselor will serve as an ad-hoc team member to Student Assistance Teams within Delaware County.

Schedule Details: Full-Time: Tuesday - Friday; 7:30am -3:00pm

Location: Media, PA

Pay Rate: $25.50+/hour

Job Functions:

• Monitor SAP Teams’ ability to follow state-mandated SAP processes and provide technical assistance
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administration and personnel, youth and families, community support and treatment agencies, and the general public
• Conduct quality psycho-social screening and assessment services with students and family members
• Facilitate school-based psycho-educational student support groups and conduct classroom presentations
• Monitor student progress and provide reports to the designated individuals
• Maintain student confidentiality and serve as a student advocate
• Provide information, via technical assistance, consultations, presentations, and in-services, to youth, schools, and families on behavioral health issues
• Make appropriate referrals for treatment and community support services to youth and families and facilitate the acquisition of treatment services
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of treatment facilities and human service agencies providing services to students requiring behavioral health services
• Provide crisis/intervention/aftercare services
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

Our vast array of services —educational, employment, vocational, residential, rehabilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Job Description: In this role, the Student Assistance Program Counselor will serve as an ad-hoc team member to Student Assistance Teams within Delaware County.

Schedule Details: Full-Time: Tuesday - Friday; 7:30am -3:00pm

Location: Media, PA

Pay Rate: $25.50+/hour

Job Functions:

• Monitor SAP Teams’ ability to follow state-mandated SAP processes and provide technical assistance
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administration and personnel, youth and families, community support and treatment agencies, and the general public
• Conduct quality psycho-social screening and assessment services with students and family members
• Facilitate school-based psycho-educational student support groups and conduct classroom presentations
• Monitor student progress and provide reports to the designated individuals
• Maintain student confidentiality and serve as a student advocate
• Provide information, via technical assistance, consultations, presentations, and in-services, to youth, schools, and families on behavioral health issues
• Make appropriate referrals for treatment and community support services to youth and families and facilitate the acquisition of treatment services
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of treatment facilities and human service agencies providing services to students requiring behavioral health services
• Provide crisis/intervention/aftercare services
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

1. Master's Degree in School Counseling. Coursework/certifications/degrees in Social Work, Psychology, or related fields are optional but encouraged.
2. Valid state certification or licensure as a School Counselor and Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) or on track to complete SAC certification.
3. Strong understanding of substance abuse prevention, intervention strategies, and related counseling services.
4. Experience in academic and career advising, as well as crisis intervention and student support.
5. Ability to collaborate effectively with school personnel, students, parents, and community partners.
6. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Collaborate and coordinate with Freshmen Moderators to develop and implement freshmen activities throughout the school year.

• Provide individual and group counseling services to address academic, social, and emotional concerns.

• Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities, guiding them in developing educational and career plans.

• Assist with college and career planning, including preparation for standardized tests (SAT, ACT, AP) and college applications.

• Communicate regularly with parents to support students' growth and well-being, facilitating conferences as needed.

• Develop and coordinate a referral system for the early identification of students at risk for substance abuse or other behavioral issues.

• Work closely with community resources and external agencies to ensure students and their families receive the necessary support.
• Implement and monitor substance abuse prevention programs, including educational workshops and parent education programs.
• Coordinate school-based and community-based prevention programs, serving as a liaison between the school and local organizations.
• Maintain a safe and supportive school environment by providing crisis intervention when necessary, including support for students facing trauma or family crises.

• Provide referrals to external resources, including treatment centers, for students with substance abuse or mental health concerns.
• Serve as a resource for students struggling with personal growth, behavior issues, or crisis situations, including substance abuse.

• When necessary, refer students to the Student Assistance Program.

• Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement guidance lessons and activities that promote positive self-esteem, relationships, and responsible behaviors.

• Provide support in creating a safe and inclusive classroom environment, including training on crisis intervention and substance abuse prevention.
• Offer guidance on addressing students' personal, social, and academic needs, and assist in developing strategies for students struggling with these areas.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in compliance with school policies and state regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of existing guidance programs, making recommendations for improvements.
• Participate in the development and annual review of policies related to substance abuse, chemical health education, and counseling practices.

• Continue professional growth through participation in relevant in-service education, workshops, and conferences.
• Stay current with best practices in counseling and substance abuse prevention through professional literature and membership in relevant organizations.
• Follow the ethical standards set forth by the American School Counselor Association and the Student Assistance Program guidelines.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Guidance that fall within the scope of the School Counselor/SAC's role and responsibilities.

• Office-based, with regular interaction with students, parents, and school staff.
• Occasional school-wide activities and after-school events may require flexibility in working hours.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan options, including 403b
• Paid time off (PTO)

• Master's Degree in counseling or counseling related field
• Certification or License: Texas Professional School Counselor Certification, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor Intern, Clinical Social Worker or Clinical Social Worker Intern.

• Counseling skills for Individual and Group Counseling
• Trauma and critical incidents training (preferred)

• Experience with at-risk youth
• Counseling experience
• Clinical experience (preferred)

• Provide counseling support services to at-risk students;
• Identify and provide support services to students and families who are homeless;
• Conduct student presentations through various designated classes (i.e., Health, Physical Education, Teen Leadership.) to familiarize them with the Student Assistance Services Program;
• Provide crisis intervention services throughout the district as needed;
• Provide suicidal assessments for students expressing suicidal ideation and make appropriate referrals;
• Provide support services to at-risk students with attendance, discipline, substance abuse and other related issues, in order to prevent drop outs;
• Assist at-risk students with educational guidance and support;
• Assist with the provision of in-service training of school district staff concerning identification of homeless students and other topics that impact at-risk students;
• Assist the district in revising and implementing policies that impact at-risk students, provide onsite counseling for at-risk students who violate district policies;
• Facilitate the transition of at-risk students from the Disciplinary Alternative Education Center and community learning environments, such as residential treatment or juvenile justice programs to their home campus;
• Be an active team member in school activities to increase awareness of the Student Assistance Services program and maintain and develop effective working relationships with school staff;
• Coordinate the implementation of programs and events targeting the needs of at-risk students offered in the district;
• Serve as the coordinator for student support teams at the campus level;
• Serve as an information resource for counseling support and materials;
• Refer at-risk families to appropriate community resources;
• Collaborate with at-risk students' family members to address academic, behavioral, social and mental health issues;
• Participate in individual case conferencing with teachers, parents, school counselors, student support team members, and administrators;
• Maintain an on-going dialogue with courts, probation officers, local law enforcement officials and other community agencies;
• Provide principals and director of counseling with monthly reports;
• Collect and report annual data to campus principal and director of counseling;
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in accordance with compensatory education guidelines.

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This position reports to the Call Center Director and will be responsible for enhancing the caller's overall customer service experience by providing timely support, accurate information, and promoting more progressive use of the MyCSN system. This position provides additional operational support to the Office of the Registrar, Student Financial Services, the Cashier's Office, and all other CSN Departments on a daily basis.

• Customer service, call center, or related experience
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
• Computer literate
• Data entry maintenance and/or keyboard skills
• Ability to work assigned shift

$12.95 Hourly

Exempt Full-Time Equivalent

To be considered for this position, you must upload the following documents to your application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV List a detailed description of the major duties you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented

NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.

Posting Close Date: 06/30/2026

Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

• Develop and facilitate training programs for children for transitional living skills.
• Assist with facilitating educational support services for children's academic needs.
• Provide individualized learning plans for each child during off-periods.
• Assist with ongoing curriculum development.

• Assist with conducting regular audits of education records to ensure compliance with ORR guidelines and state education requirements.
• Assist in maintaining accurate documentation with ORR of academic records for each child.

• Assist with timely school enrollment for minors in LTFC and support their academic transitions.
• Guide minors in identifying and accessing vocational training, GED programs, and postsecondary education.
• Monitor academic progress and create Individual Academic Success Plans (IASPs) that align with youth goals.

• Serve as the liaison between MARSELL and educational institutions, school districts, and vocational training providers.
• Collaborate with program directors, case managers, and clinicians to ensure integrated service delivery.

• Maintain accurate documentation of academic plans, enrollment status, and progress reports in the EMR.
• Assist with generating internal and external education reports for audits, licensing, and ORR compliance.

• Enhance the delivery of education services through program development, partnerships, and innovation.
• Collaborate with leadership to align education services with the overall goals of the Educational Wellness and Family Wellness divisions.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Teamwork -Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts team success above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

• Minimum 4 years of experience working in educational programs, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience working with youth in foster care, refugee, or immigrant populations is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of school enrollment processes, trauma-informed practices, and career-readiness programming.

• A bachelor's degree in education, social work, public administration, or a related field is required.
• Experience with IEP/504 coordination, MTSS frameworks, and school re-entry planning is preferred.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401 k
• 401 k matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emloyee Wellness Day(s)