About the role#
The College Work Study Financial Coach position supports the Financial Aid Office at the Harry Truman Campus. This role is part of the Federal Work Study Program, which offers part-time employment to eligible students to help cover educational and living expenses. You will work directly with students and community members to provide guidance on financial aid processes and available support services.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Student Financial Aid Advisor with outreach activities, including Resource Fairs, financial literacy sessions, and campus events.
- Help students navigate financial aid applications and public benefits processes.
- Learn the details of various financial aid programs and benefit options to address student needs.
- Support students with project-related duties.
- Provide information to community members regarding financial aid and wraparound services.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment at a City College of Chicago in a degree or certificate program with at least 6 credit hours per semester.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (waived for first-semester students) and satisfactory academic progress.
- High school diploma or active pursuit of a GED at City Colleges of Chicago.
- Ability to pass background and drug screenings.
- Strong interpersonal, oral communication, and customer service skills.
- Experience or comfort in helping others with online applications and researching information.
- Ability to create a welcoming environment for students discussing personal or private information.
- Capacity to relate to students from diverse cultural, educational, and social backgrounds.
- Must be at least 16 years old, eligible to work in the United States, and possess necessary work permit consent.
- Not currently employed as a full- or part-time staff member at City Colleges of Chicago.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19.00 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About City Colleges of Chicago
City Colleges of Chicago is a community college system based in Illinois. Founded in 1911, it operates seven colleges and five satellite sites throughout the city. The organization employs over 2,000 staff members and serves more than 80,000 students each year. Its operations include various academic institutions, child development centers, and a radio station.
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