Blackburn and Beyond Student Success Coordinator

Blackburn College

Blackburn and Beyond Student Success Coordinator

Full Time (10 Month) • Blackburn College

At Blackburn College, every role makes a difference. Our faculty and staff are mentors, collaborators, and an essential part of a close-knit campus community dedicated to student success.

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Benefits

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee discounts

• Health insurance

• Training & development

• Tuition assistance

• Vision insurance

• Wellness resources

• 401(k)

• The Student Success Coordinator (SSC) is a pivotal member of the Blackburn and Beyond (B&B) team who provides student support and guidance across all facets of the program. Critical to the success of this program, the SSC is responsible for collaborating with partners throughout campus to develop transition experiences to support student success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Support and supervise students, individually or in small groups, to advance their learning goals within the B&B program.

• Maintain professional boundaries with students by providing supportive, structured guidance while promoting independence and healthy relationship development.

• Support student independence by using developmentally appropriate strategies that encourage problem-solving, self-advocacy, and responsible decision-making rather than task completion by staff.

• Document student progress, observations, and concerns in accordance with program expectations and communicate proactively with the Program Director and campus partners.

• Recognize signs of student distress and follow established protocols to ensure student safety and appropriate support.

• Arrange specific student supports in class and in social settings.

• Assist the Program Director to maintain the integrity of the B&B Program.

• Help to facilitate the assessment process for the program using student learning objectives to make evidence-based recommendations to improve student learning in the B&B program.

• Collaborate and communicate across campus with faculty and staff to implement individual student growth plans and work experiences.

• Demonstrate an understanding of student development to develop, plan, and implement multi-faceted social activities that balance high expectations with students’ social efficacy needs.

• Demonstrate awareness and deep understanding of the student development and transition needs of students within today’s context while sensitive to the needs of a diverse student community and a pulse on the changing demographic trends within higher education.

• Attend classes as needed to support student access to instruction while reinforcing faculty expectations and promoting independent learning.

• Provide training and support to mentors and volunteers working with B&B students.

• Other duties as assigned in support of the Blackburn and Beyond Program and Student Success initiatives

• The salary range for this position will be $44,000 per year.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• LBS-1 Professional Educator License OR QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) certification (Preferred, not required)

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to recognize social cues

• Ability to demonstrate appropriate social behavior in the workplace

• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and maintain appropriate boundaries in complex student support situations

• General ability to work effectively in a collaborative, busy, multi-tasking office environment.

• Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.

• Compensation: $44,000.00 per year

• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Blackburn College is more than a place to work — it’s a community where your work makes an impact.

• Located in Carlinville, Illinois, Blackburn is a distinctive four-year liberal arts college known for combining a rigorous, affordable education with our nationally recognized student-managed Work Program. Our unique approach brings work, learning, and leadership together, giving students opportunities to develop skills and experience that extend far beyond the classroom.

• At Blackburn, faculty and staff play an important role in creating an environment where students are known, supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. Whether you're teaching in the classroom, supporting campus operations, coaching student-athletes, or working behind the scenes, every position contributes to the Blackburn experience.

• What Makes Blackburn Different?

• Student-Centered — Our close-knit campus creates opportunities to build meaningful connections with students and colleagues.

• A One-of-a-Kind Work Program — Blackburn is home to a distinctive student-managed Work Program that gives students hands-on experience, responsibility, and leadership opportunities.

• A True Campus Community — Faculty, staff, and students work together to support the College and one another.

• Opportunity to Make an Impact — At a smaller institution, your ideas, expertise, and contributions are seen and valued.

• A Mission That Matters — We are committed to providing an accessible, high-quality education while preparing students for meaningful careers, community engagement, and lifelong learning.

• Come build your career at Blackburn College — and help our students build theirs.