ACE Coordinator (Open to MTW Alumni Only) bei More Than Words

About the Organization 

More Than Words (MTW) is a nonprofit social enterprise that empowers youth who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless, or out of school to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business. By working as a team to manage their own retail and online used book business and community space, youth develop the employment skills, leadership, and self-confidence they need to successfully transition to adulthood.    

MTW is an exemplary organization that has continually held up a mirror to identify areas for improvement and accountability; that ethic is part of the culture and fabric of MTW and it extends to our commitment to ensure our staff and board reflect the racial and ethnic diversity and lived experiences of the young adults we are privileged to serve. People of color are highly encouraged to apply.   

The Opportunity 

The Admissions Coordinator is a creative, highly motivated, and detail-oriented person who supports our ACE department with the admissions process for youth entering the Readiness phase of MTW and support community engagement activities outside the walls of MTW and hosting community engagement events with referral partners on site. The Admissions Coordinator will report to the Admissions and Community Manager. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Support initial conversations with prospective new youth to learn about MTW 

• Support second interviews for perspective new youth with ACE managers 

• Support on site and virtual tours 

• Attend community events with ACE managers and youth to serve as Ambassador for MTW 

• Support ACE manager in Readiness work with new youth  

• Leading community engagement events and representing MTW in the community  

Position Requirements:

• GED or High School Diploma 

• Consistently moving towards educational outcomes 

• At least 18 years of age 

• Able to follow through on commitments 

• High-energy person who enjoys working with other young adults and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment in a forward facing role 

• Reliable, responsible, accountable, and professional 

• Must comply with the same guidelines that all MTW employees follow 

• Most importantly, as a past Graduate, you must be willing to consistently uphold the MTW way and model
  professionalism and accountability at all times 

Schedule: Maximum of 29 hours per week; exact days and times to be discussed with your supervisor. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be scheduled in advance on mutual agreement for events or presentations. This is a 6-month position, with the potential to renew after evaluating at the end of the 6-month period.   

Compensation: $22.00 per hour.    

To Apply: Please include a resume and cover letter.

All of MTW’s sites are commuter friendly and are conveniently located near public transportation.  

Background Checks  

More Than Words requires all staff, service members, volunteers, board members and youth over 18 years of age to undergo background checks. More Than Words is a CORI friendly organization and reviews CORIs on a case-by-case basis.  

MTW EEO Statement  

MTW is an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces and encourages applicants of every background. The organization's policy regarding equal employment opportunity means that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, benefits, wage and salary administration, scheduling, disciplinary action, and termination will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].