FWSCS David & Margaret Youth and Family Services, Program Support Assistant (26/27) - FWS Only

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Job Title FWSCS David & Margaret Youth and Family Services, Program Support Assistant (26/27) - FWS Only Student Position Type Federal Work Study Appointment Type Part-Time FTE Work Schedule

Hours:

The work schedule is flexible and can be arranged around your class schedule and availability. Options may include two 5-6 hour shifts or three 4-hour shifts per week. Average of 10-12 hours per week. Work hours are Monday through Friday.

Students must have their own transportation to and from David & Margaret site.

Department Manager Hiring Manager Myrna Hugo Number of Vacancies 1

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University Overview

Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.

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With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

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Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

• IMPORTANT NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST be currently enrolled at ULV and have a FEDERAL WORK STUDY award to be eligible for this position. *

The David & Margaret Home empowers children, youth, and families through culturally diverse services that foster emotional, educational, spiritual, and identity development.

Personal Qualities:

David & Margaret Youth and Family Services (D&M) serves a population who have often experienced major life challenges and need assistance in their healing, adjustment, and recovery. David & Margaret's programs are built around a person-centered philosophy recognizing that every person is wonderfully unique. We believe those we serve are the experts and key decision makers in their recovery process and our mission is to support them in their life's journey by working collaboratively with them, their community, and their family supports and resources. We do this, remaining committed to the important core values upon which we were founded. Among the most important of these are integrity, mutual respect, knowledge, teamwork, choice and accountability, safety and service.

The Program Support Assistant for the COMPASS Point Drop in Center provides a wide range of assistance to the Program Support staff for programs that serve at risk Transitional Age Youth (TAY) participants. This position is administrative and therefore, does not offer direct care service delivery with program participants.

The starting pay for this position is $18.47 per hour.

Specific Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make flyers for upcoming events utilizing Canva software
• Create participant files including labeling, making copies, and hole punching
• Secure boxes and bags for staff to assist with move-ins
• Manage inventory of supplies for intakes and order as needed
• Assist Program Support staff with inspections by making a list of maintenance requests needing follow-up
• Assist with workshops as needed including gathering content to build on existing life skills curriculum, preparing materials needed, participate as a co-facilitator (i.e., role play mock interviews), etc.
• Prepare for events including ordering supplies, setting up chairs/tables, decorating, and cleaning
• Input and update client data into database for record keeping
• Assist with turning over units by helping with packing and cleaning
• Explore community resources to expand on resource list
• Offer TAY perspective for program development initiatives
• Any other duties as requested

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be physically, mentally, and occupationally capable of performing assigned tasks.
• Must meet Title XXII personnel requirements with regards to fingerprinting, forms, and documents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates within 30 days of employment.
• Obtain within the first 30 days of employment Pro-Act (Professional Assault Crisis Training).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite in particular Word and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and families
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits Summary

Employees are eligible for the following benefits:

One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.

University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.

In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.

Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.

Location Other If Other, please specify. 1350 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750 Physical Demands Summary

The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes If yes, list maximum weight and duration 25lbs occassionally Describe work environment

Hiring Pay Rate

Hourly Rate Other

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2024-251600SE Special Instructions to Applicants Open Date 10/26/2026 Close Date 05/07/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://laverne.peopleadmin.com/postings/15759

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents