Hybrid Federal College Work Study-Community Service (SCCE- Children's Advocacy Center) na TAMUS

Job Title

Federal College Work Study-Community Service (SCCE- Children's Advocacy Center)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Student Conduct & Community Engagement (SCCE)

Proposed Minimum Salary

$10.00 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Location:

Children’s Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County  

111 N Merida Dr.

Laredo, TX 78043

Mission: 

The Children’s Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County is a nonprofit agency dedicated to providing comprehensive services to child abuse victims and their non-offending family members. The center offers individual and family counseling, forensic interviews, community education, assistance with Crime Victims Compensation, referrals, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies involved in investigations and prosecutions. Through these efforts, the center ensures that every child receives adequate support and care.  

Website: http://www.caclaredo.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/childrensadvocacycenteroflaredo/

Job Summary

Community Work-Study Program

The Community Work-Study Program (CWS) provides federal financial aid eligible students the opportunity to work part-time at nonprofit organizations that serve the public interest.  

Goals of this program include:  

• Developing an interest in public service through employment with TAMIU and placement in local nonprofit, government, or community-based organizations.  
• Applying skills and theories gained through coursework to solve problems and explore issues outside the classroom.  
• Enhancing career competencies, such as critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and leadership.  
• Articulating how experiences will shape personal, academic, and professional pursuits.  

Benefits 

• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit program management and advocacy.  
• Develop professional skills in research, communication, and financial proficiency.  
• Network with professionals in child advocacy, law enforcement, and social work.  
• Contribute to a meaningful mission supporting child abuse victims and their families.  
• Flexible work schedule that accommodates academic commitments.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in research and data analysis related to child advocacy and victim support services.  

• Help develop and distribute educational materials for community outreach programs.  

• Collaborate with law enforcement and social services agencies to coordinate services.  

• Assist in maintaining confidentiality and ensuring a professional work environment.  

• Provide administrative support, including preparing reports, organizing case files, and assisting with financial documentation.  

• Participate in staff meetings and contribute ideas for improving advocacy programs.  

• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.  

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates, 3 credit hours for graduates).  

• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.  

• Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.  

• Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.  

• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen with an alien registration number.  

• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.

• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

• Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.

• Promptly complete all required training.

• Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.  

• Some evening and weekend work may be required.

• Reliable transportation.

• Business casual attire, and no homework allowed during working hours.

Rate of Pay: $10.00/hour for up to 15 hours per weekly

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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