Student Support Advisor

Diiri

16 days ago

Providence, Rhode Island

Onsite

Full Time

Junior

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About this role

Dorcas International is seeking a Student Support Advisor dedicated to empowering vulnerable students through comprehensive non-academic support, fostering student retention and success. The role involves coordinating resources, maintaining records, and working collaboratively to develop strategies that enhance student outcomes, primarily serving adult education and workforce training participants.

Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years equivalent experience

About Diiri

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Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island is a nonprofit that supports immigrants, refugees, and other newcomers in overcoming cultural, educational, economic, and language barriers so they can achieve self-sufficiency and participate fully in their communities. The organization offers a broad set of services including citizenship and immigration assistance, English and vocational classes, employment services, refugee resettlement, translation and interpretation, and a Clothing Collaborative for basic needs. It also runs professional trainings (community interpreting, direct support professional), family literacy and youth programs, and other wraparound supports across Rhode Island. Dorcas emphasizes culturally responsive, client-centered services to strengthen families and promote social and economic integration.