Student Success Specialist

*Apply and interview the same day during our Walk In Wednesdays hiring event – now through the end of January!* Join us at our administrative offices for *Walk In Wednesdays from 11:00 a.
m.
to 7:00 p.
m.
each Wednesday through January 31st*.
We are located at 100 S.
Spring Ave.
Suite 220 in Sioux Falls.
As an added bonus, anyone who attends will be entered in a drawing for a $50 Taco Bell gift card.
Stop in on Wednesday and learn more about our team! *Come make a difference with us!* As a Student Success Specialist, you'll play a vital role in promoting positive behavior and fostering social skills development among our students in our Early Learning Academy and K-5 program.
While collaborating closely with a wide range of team of employees, families, and our Student Success Director, you'll have the opportunity to evaluate and support behavior plans, provide individual and small-group interventions for enhancing social-emotional skills, and closely monitor progress.
Join us in making a difference and helping our future generation thrive! *These are some of the things our Student Success Specialist will do:* * Assist with implementing behavior plans for students with identified needs, monitor progress, and make adjustments as needed.
* Provide guidance and structure for students throughout all programs.
* Ensure the students we serve are learning positive behaviors, provide guidance, and enforce appropriate discipline when needed.
* Provide a variety of materials and resources for children that are designed to promote physical, mental, and social development.
* Keep knowledge of, and administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
* Follow established policy and procedure to report and assist in resolving complaints or concerns.
* Welcome new families and students to activities and encourage participation.
* Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
* Maintain accurate reports, records, and data pertaining to students.
* Model and train staff on the implementation of behavior intervention plans.
* Collaborate with program staff, families, and other professionals to support students’ behavior and social development.
* Responsible for all other duties and tasks as assigned by the Student Success Director.
*Here’s what we can offer for schedule, pay, and benefits:* * The starting pay for this role is $17.
50 per hour and up, based on experience.
* This is a full time position working 40 hours per week with daytime hours.
Our entire organization works Monday to Friday with no nights, weekends, or holidays.
* Discounted childcare rates for dependents are available.
All employees are eligible for a 65% tuition discount.
Based on household income and household size, employees may also be eligible for our general scholarship program, which covers up to 100% of the cost.
* We offer a wide variety of benefits including four different medical plan options, dental, vision, 401(k) with a matching program, employer paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, and more! Eligibility requirements must be met which is based on number of hours worked per week.
* Employees working 25+ hours a week are eligible for paid time off, which starts on day one and has no waiting period.
* All of our employees have access to a local Sioux Falls based discount portal with many savings opportunities.
Discounts can include automotive care, clothing, fitness centers, home improvement, hotels, jewelry, mortgages and realtors, photographers, recreation, restaurants, and more! *We can teach you a lot, but there are a few things we are looking for in our Student Success Specialist:* * An associate degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field is preferred.
* Previous experience working with children and youth or a working knowledge of behavior management and social skills development is preferred.
* Must be organized with excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong interpersonal and verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, work independently, and as part of a team.
* The ability to remain flexible and adaptable to change.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* A valid CPR certification or the ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days of employment is required.
CPR training and certification is provided in-house by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire.
* Our job offers are contingent upon a post-offer screening process which includes, but is not limited to: a background check, child abuse and neglect screening, and drug screen.
*Learn a little more about our history and our mission:* Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire is the largest childcare provider in South Dakota serving 1,200 youth from 4 weeks to 18 years of age daily.
We are a member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, but we are our own company.
This makes us unique since we have support from a national brand, but we are also a local organization that focuses specifically on the needs of the Greater Sioux Falls area.
With programs and locations throughout Sioux Falls, Brandon, and Harrisburg, we are able to guide the youth of our community toward a fulfilling and meaningful future.
We are committed to excellence by striving to provide an enriched environment that meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of each student we serve.
*These are some of the things that makes us a great place to work:* * We invest in our talent: you'll have at least 10 and up to 20 hours of paid continuing education training each full year.
We want all of our employees to have professional development opportunities.
* We recognize seven holidays and our centers are closed.
Additionally, if the holiday falls on a weekend day, we will be closed the Friday or Monday closest to the holiday.
This helps to ensure that all of our staff have a chance to enjoy holidays without work obligations.
* BGCSE has teamed up with the South Dakota Department of Health's cancer programs to help support our worksites and improve cancer screening rates.
We offer paid leave options separate from PTO to take optional screening(s).
This program is available to all employees who are not seasonal or temporary.
* We are a non-profit organization that strives to make a positive impact in your community.
Join our movement and make a difference with us! *We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace!* Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $17.
50 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person Work Location: In person