About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Education / Nonprofit.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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About the Role

Serve with an AmeriCorps program through a Confidential Client to support Michigan students in pursuing and completing postsecondary education. Roles are available as AdviseMI Advisors (high school-based) and College Completion Coaches (college-based). Both positions provide direct coaching, workshops, relationship-building with school and campus partners, and help students navigate applications, financial aid, and persistence to graduation.

Compensation: $20,000 living stipend
Benefits: Segal Education Award ($3,697.50 post-service), health/medical/dental coverage, childcare assistance (if eligible)

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Service Commitment

• Term: December 1, 2026 – June 11, 2027
• Hours: 900 total service hours (approximately 37.5–40 hours/week)
• Full-term commitment required
• Well-suited for entry-level candidates and those pursuing encore careers

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Training & Support

• No prior experience required — training provided
• Comprehensive onboarding (virtual + in-person) and ongoing professional development
• Regional meetings and conference participation supported
• Travel and training costs covered
• Training hours are capped at 20% of total service hours (per AmeriCorps guidelines)

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What You’ll Do

• Provide one-on-one academic and persistence coaching to a cohort of students
• Lead classroom presentations, workshops, and group events focused on college access and completion
• Build and maintain strong relationships with school/campus staff and community partners
• Track, report, and document student progress and outcomes
• Participate in regular trainings, meetings, and professional development activities
• Represent the program at outreach events

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Who You Are

Successful members typically are:

• Passionate about expanding college access and student success in Michigan
• Interested in careers in education, higher education, nonprofit, or public service
• Strong communicators who build trust across diverse communities
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with sound judgment and professional initiative

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Qualifications & Eligibility

General requirements:

• Must be 18+ and a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident
• Must pass federal and state background checks where required
• Must live within 45 minutes of placement site and have reliable transportation

Education requirements:

• AdviseMI Advisor: Bachelor’s degree preferred (Associate’s may be accepted at some locations)
• College Completion Corps: Associate degree or higher

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Service Locations

Positions are available across Michigan, including (but not limited to): Gaylord, Manton, Muskegon, Pentwater, Watervliet, Otisville, Attica, Davison, Taylor, Wayne, Hastings — and other partner high schools and colleges across the state.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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