Fostering Futures Student Worker; FWS-CSLP

Position: Fostering Futures Student Worker (FWS-CSLP)
** Position Summary/

Purpose:

** In response to the significant challenges faced by youth in Arizona’s foster care system, Grand Canyon University (GCU) has taken meaningful action to support these vulnerable students. Recognizing that many young adults aging out of foster care are forced to prioritize basic survival needs over long-term goals, GCU has partnered with the Arizona Department of Child Safety to create a comprehensive college program designed specifically for foster youth.

Through this partnership, GCU is not only removing financial barriers to higher education but also empowering students to shift their focus from survival to success—helping them build a future filled with opportunity, stability, and purpose.

To ensure students in foster care thrive academically and personally, Grand Canyon University provides dedicated administrative support, including peer support such as the Fostering Futures Student Administrator, to help them successfully navigate both the scholarship program and the broader college experience.
** Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/

Essential Functions:

*** Communicate effectively with staff and students via phone calls, emails, and messages.
* Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing events and meetings.
* Schedule meetings and appointments with students and staff
* Office administration tasks
* Make the initial request of items needed for each student via the City Serve POD
* Track in Excel and distribute the items received from City Serve.
* Organize and lead one community event each semester (fall/spring) such as:
Habitat for Humanity, Food Bank, City Serve, Nursing Home, etc.
* Track community service hours for each student.
* Connect with potential students in foster care to discuss college opportunities and answer any questions that arise.
* Lead a college readiness workshop for students in foster care in hopes of preparing them for college.
* Monitor peer mentorship program.
* Prepare and distribute program-related materials (newsletters, reports, data, etc.)
* Social media support
* Capture, edit, and produce a variety of media content.
* Network with departments and students with the similar programming.
* Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion.
** Equipment Used and Responsibility:
*** MS Office Suite
* Canva
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* Qualifications:

*** Full-time, degree-seeking GCU student
* Excellent written and oral communication
* Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail
* Ability to balance multiple tasks at one time
* Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Desire to learn new skills
* Able to take and receive direction from Welcome Programs staff
* Experience in managing social media accounts (Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, etc.)
** Experience/

Education:

** Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
* Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
* Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
* Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
* You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
* Pay Rate:
Minimum Wage Anticipated End Date:
June 30, 2026

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

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