Navigator - Correctional Education (Adm3179)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions -

• As an on-site navigator, work collaboratively with representatives of Hutchinson Correctional Facility (HCF) and the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) promoting seamless transition between levels of educational programming.

• Conduct education and career assessments and record results.

• Develop Education and Employment Plans utilizing assessment results and correctional student input.

• Conduct records/transcript requests to confirm GED or High School Diploma attainment and gather information to support programming.

• Provide Case Management services for existing students to promote education program completion aligning with the Education and Employment Plan.

• Assist with HutchCC admission paperwork, program entry requirements, FAFSA application, scholarship applications, other payment plans, etc.

• Serve as liaison between correctional students and HutchCC departments, such as Financial Aid, Admissions, Records, etc.

• Keep accurate and up to date files, logs, and data on each correctional student.

• Work with educational program providers, Instructors, Administrators, and KDOC departments (i.e. Re-Entry, Mental Health, etc.) to ensure the needs of the correctional students are met and any barriers to education are resolved.

• Attend staff development activities as assigned.

• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.

• Comply with HutchCC policies, practices, and procedures.

Secondary -

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.

• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.

• Maintain professional relationships with families.

• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with

literature, research, and/or practices.

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Correctional Education Outreach Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Kansas driver's license.

• Bachelor's degree in social services, education, or a related field; 2-4 years of experience educating adults.

• Display positive behavior and outlook.

• Demonstrate understanding of issues affecting incarcerated individuals.

• Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative environment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Physical requirements include but are not limited to: manual dexterity to operate office equipment; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; lifting up to 20 pounds; sit/stand for long periods of time; work in a loud/stressful environment; ability to drive in varying weather conditions; being exposed to infectious and contagious diseases; being exposed to hazardous materials; additional physical requirements specific to job duty.

• Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.

• Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

• Preferred:

• Knowledge of and/or experience with GED and postsecondary education.

• Previous work in a correctional facility/environment.

SALARY, HOURS and STATUS:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications as determined by HutchCC administration. This full-time administrative staff position is 12 months annual, benefit eligible, at-will, and exempt.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts