RISE Program Specialist – Youth Education & Skill-Building

Hiring Agency:
Supreme Court - Agency 5

Locations:
Beatrice, NE;
Geneva, NE;
Nebraska City, NE;
Wilber, NE

Job

Applications No Longer Accepted (Closed)

Ameri Corps members, titled “RISE Program Specialists”, facilitate a skill‑based curriculum to adjudicated youth, ages 12‑18, focusing on educational skill development. The facilitation occurs in a group setting with youth attending either in‑person or virtually. Members may also serve youth individually, specific to needs. After curriculum completion, additional support is provided to each youth for up to 6 months.

• Teach youth educational‑based skills such as goal setting, motivation, organization, study skills, and test‑taking strategies using a pre‑written curriculum.
• Host in‑person groups at schools, probation offices, or other community sites.
• Collect and submit school attendance variables to satisfy grant‑defined performance measures.
• Attend Ameri Corps National Service events and Nebraska Probation training sessions.
• Participate in additional training throughout the service year, including juvenile justice or education conferences and webinars.
• Provide ongoing support to youth for up to 6 months after curriculum completion.

• Completion of 48 hours of college coursework from an accredited institution in social sciences, criminal justice, education, or related field is encouraged; related work experience may substitute.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, criminal justice, education, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with accurate record‑keeping.
• Ability to maintain dependable attendance up to 20 hours per week.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident required; must submit to criminal background check.

Living stipend of $1,485 per month ($17,820 annually). After successful completion of a one‑year commitment, members receive a Segal Education Award of $3,697.50 for college or vocational school. Eligible for student loan forbearance and interest payment during service.

The State of Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or other protected class.