Coordinator, Social Services

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Coordinator, Social Services for our Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX. The Coordinator, Social Services serves as a resource to students for issues related to a variety of social, cultural, immigration, and educational needs.  The Coordinator conducts intake and assessment to identify client needs, provides crisis management and intervention, and makes referrals to appropriate campus and community services. The Coordinator serves as an advocate for client needs, conducts follow-up outreach, and develops educational materials and resources for clients, families, instructors, and other appropriate client support persons. The Coordinator provides direct services to students and coordinates programs to support the academic success, retention, and graduation of students with a focus on DACA, undocumented, and other immigrant students. The incumbent provides academic and personal counseling and guidance and manages student cases to propel their development and success as university students. In addition, the coordinator collaborates with campus partners, academic departments, faculty-student service units, and student organizations on retention and student success initiatives. The Coordinator Provides appropriate trainings and resources for administrators, faculty, staff, and students to assist individuals in navigating legislation, campus resources, and providing support to members of the undocumented community.

Other duties include: Assists the campus with designing and developing programs and services to provide support, advice, and referrals related to various issues and challenges unique to undocumented populations. Works with campus and off-campus colleagues to develop and provide ally training to administrators, staff, faculty, and allies to increase the understanding of the needs of the undocumented community. Assists in seeking and composing grants for external funding and supports other fundraising efforts. Works collaboratively with on-campus offices and programs to serve as a resource for overcoming challenges faced by members of the undocumented community. Consults with Career Services about promoting career and financial development opportunities to support undocumented people. Identifies develops and maintains relationships with local, regional, and national resources and organizations to establish a network of programs and services in support of undocumented populations. Analyzes data and produces reports regarding diversity issues that affect undocumented members of the campus to inform program recommendations for the improvement of campus climate. Keeps abreast of research and literature on trends and emerging populations in higher education, specifically in relation to undocumented populations. Develops and maintains websites and other undocumented materials to provide current information to undocumented populations and their allies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors of Social Work or related field and two years of related work experience; OR Masters of Social Work or related field and one year of related work experience. Spanish fluency required.

Related Experience: advising, counseling, coordinating support services, program development, and grant writing, etc.

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a negotiable competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, thirty (30) days of sick leave provided upon start date, and two (2) days of sick leave accrued per full month after the first year of service, two (2) days of annual leave accrued each full month, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.  Dual Career Assistance Program

Department Information

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive campus culture. To this end, the Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office (EO/TIX) serves as a resource and leader in furthering the University’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity, working to promote equal opportunity for all members of the Wolf Pack Community. Through Educational Programming, policy review, and collaborative campus initiatives, EO/TIX facilitates the University’s compliance with all applicable civil rights legislation. EO/TIX offers options and resources to individuals affected by these issues, administering the University’s complaint process and serving as a neutral fact-finder in investigations and related matters. With a mission of ensuring that every member of the Pack is treated with dignity and respect, EO/TIX also provides training and various workshops for students, employees, and campus organizations related to the prevention of sexual misconduct, discrimination, and harassment.

Department Contact

Maria Doucettperry- mdoucettperry@unr.edu 

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, you must apply through https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Coordinator--Social-Services_R0124437

Attach the following documents to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for three professional references

4) A brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

This posting is open until filled.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

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