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Pando is now accepting resumes for Student Support Advocates (SSA) for the 2025-2026 school year.

Join the Pando Team – Empower Students and Families to Succeed!

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Pando is now accepting resumes for Student Support Advocates (SSA) for the 2025-2026 school year. As an SSA, you’ll play a vital role in connecting with students and helping them thrive both in school and in life. We’re looking for individuals who are persistent, creative, patient, socially aware, and empathetic—people who are passionate about making a difference!

As a Pando SSA, you’ll partner with students, families, and the community—supporting them every step of the way to achieve their goals and transform lives.

Why You’ll Love Working at Pando:

• • Shape the Program: Customize the Pando model in alignment with our four core values to meet the unique needs of your school while finding creative ways to positively impact students.

• Our Culture: We believe work should be meaningful, rewarding, and fun! Our culture is rooted in four core values that guide everything we do: Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Community.

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy PAID winter break, spring break, and school holidays based on the district calendar.
• Additional PTO: Receive 10 extra Paid Time Off (PTO) days each year.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Optional buy in to dental and vision group plan.
  • Employer-paid life insurance for added peace of mind.
  • Access to EMPAC – a free, confidential support service.
  • Option to participate in a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Be a part of a team that’s making a lasting impact—apply today and help us empower the next generation to succeed and thrive!

Job Summary:
The Pando Student Support Advocate (SSA) plays a key role in supporting student success by providing case management, coordinating services for students and families, by implementing small groups, programs and activities tailored to the unique needs of the school community. 

In this role, you’ll collaborate with families, school staff, community partners, and volunteers to deliver essential services that help students thrive academically and personally. As a positive role model, you’ll build strong relationships with students, maintain open communication with parents and school staff, and connect families with outside agencies for additional support when needed.

Essential/Primary Job Functions

Coordinate Services for Students and Families

• Initiate and manage the student nomination and referral process at the school site.
• Conduct intake assessments for new referrals and secure parental/guardian consents.
• Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians through home visits, emails, conference and/or phone calls.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized service plans to support student and family progress.
• Identify student and family needs and provide appropriate referrals to community resources.
• Facilitate and document student and parent participation in relevant programs and activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, including signed parental consent forms.
• Enter and report student data accurately in The Pando Initiative Data Management System (PASS).
• Provide comprehensive case management for Pando students.
• Participate in school enrollment events and parent-teacher conferences as required.

Coordinate Pando Initiative Programs and Activities

• Lead, organize, and evaluate programs and activities, adjusting as needed to meet evolving student needs.
• Build and manage a caseload of PandoKids (K-8) or NextGen (9-12) based on referrals.
• Ensure all programs and activities align with the needs of students, families, and the school community.
• Foster positive relationships between the school site, Pando leadership, and community partners.
• Assist in the implementation of Reality U programs for middle and high schools.
• Facilitate small group sessions focused on social-emotional skills, character development, behavior management, attendance, academic incentives, enrichment activities, and mentoring.
• Support and participate in Pando Initiative special events and fundraising efforts as directed.
• Adhere to Pando’s guidelines for managing donations (in-kind, monetary, and material), ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission to secure community resources for students and families.

Secondary Functions

• Cultivate and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, staff, and community members.
• Demonstrate professionalism through effective communication, appearance, and attitude.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance at the assigned school.
• Organize and prioritize daily tasks to ensure all responsibilities are completed effectively.
• Prepare and submit quarterly site reports and student highlights.
• Attend and actively participate in all required training and professional development sessions.
• Successfully pass all required background checks.

Education, Knowledge, and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Preferred experience working with youth or case management.
• Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues and the community.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse environments and adapt to varying situations.
• Knowledge of family systems and familiarity with local community resources.
• Ability to manage crisis situations with professionalism and composure.
• Demonstrates tact, leadership, confidentiality, and a strong work ethic.
• Proficiency in Office 365, G-Suite, and database software.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Fill out the application below.

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Submit your resume and two references to kblucher@pandokids.org.