Graduate Intern

Ombudsman Educational Services, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Graduate Intern to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic —We Should Talk! 📲️

As a Graduate Intern for Student Enrollment, Re-engagement, Recruitment and Retention, you will assist members of the Outreach Specialist Team with recruitment efforts for all Arizona locations.

This position is a paid internship opportunity for select students who have graduated from the Ombudsman Arizona Charter Schools and are looking for employment that provides learning opportunities in communication, recruitment, public speaking and student engagement.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

• Participating in the contact of current students for the purposes of enrollment for the upcoming school year through but not limited to phone calls and mailings.
• Participating in the contact of interested students to provide a graduate’s perspective of the Ombudsman Options Schools.
• Scheduling intake appointments for campus Outreach Specialist.
• Participating in outreach and community events as an ambassador of Ombudsman. As an ambassador, the intern shares their experiences and answers questions about the program from prospective students and parents.
• Distributing materials about the program in designated areas surrounding the Ombudsman Arizona Schools. These activities will occur in groups with adult supervision from an OES staff member.
• Participating in campus retention-based activities such as calling students with excessive truancies, conducting house visits with another staff member, and other tasks as designated by supervising school principal.
• Assisting with New Student Orientation.
• Encouraging and supporting students and academic programs, on events that benefit the student community and align with the school’s mission.
• Communicating in a professional manner with students, families, and community contacts.
• Helping at any upcoming tabling events and serving as a representative at Ombudsman table for area fairs, local high school nights, festivals, and other community, regional and partner outreach and education events.
• Adhering to all Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Demonstrating professional conduct at all times to promote and maintain a positive reflection on the program.
• Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
• Working collaboratively with other staff for the good of the school.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

This position operates with specific direction from the building principal and functions in a supporting role to the Outreach Specialist at each school site. The Graduate Intern for Student Re-engagement and Recruitment supports the Principal and Outreach Specialist in their efforts to generate leads and secure enrollment and conduct orientation for the Ombudsman Arizona Charter Schools.

‖ Qualifications Required:

• Must be a graduate of Ombudsman Educational Services.
• Ability to obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Highly skilled in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
• Strong motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of staff members, students, parents, customers, and the general public. 
• Collaborative team player who is innovative, intellectually curious, and can operate successfully among very bright and charismatic people.
• Embraces feedback, continuous learning and is committed to ongoing self -improvement.
• Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Ombudsman Educational Services is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

💻 Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

• https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment!  Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance 
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual-based Paid Time Off 
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.

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