Student Support Specialist

Job overview

The Student Support Specialist role is onsite in Salinas, CA, with compensation of $31.20–$34.00; the posting does not specify a pay unit. Rancho Cielo supports underserved and at-risk youth through education, vocational training, counseling, and life-skills development, in partnership with John Muir Charter School. The specialist coordinates program operations and provides case management, coaching, and retention support to help students progress toward educational, employment, and personal goals. The role connects students with resources and coordinates with instructors, families, employers, and community partners to support program completion.

What you'll do

• Manage a student caseload
• conduct intake and barrier assessments
• develop and monitor individualized success plans
• coordinate program activities, workshops, trainings, field trips, and events
• facilitate multidisciplinary meetings
• connect students with community resources
• track attendance, retention, academic performance, and outcomes
• provide crisis intervention and advocacy
• support employment readiness
• maintain case notes and reports
• build community partnerships
• assist with afterschool activities
• supervise volunteers, interns, and assigned staff as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

student support specialist

youth case management

student retention

individual success plans

at-risk youth

employment readiness

salinas ca

rancho cielo

full-time

local travel required

evenings may be required

weekends may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of progressively responsible relevant experience are required; master’s degree preferred. Local travel is required, and occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

About the employer

Rancho Cielo is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.