YEA Program Assistant

Job Responsibilities ------------------------ YEA Program Assistant Department: COSW College of Social Work Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four\-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in\-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Advertised Job Summary The YEA ! Program Assistant will assist with the day\-to\-day program activities of the YEA ! Network. This position will help support planning and scheduling meetings and events, support youth and partner engagement, coordinate trainings and workgroups, completes communication across the network, organizes the tracking of project activities and outcomes, and help ensure that youth voice is included in program planning, advocacy, training, and systems improvement efforts. Required Education and Experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field and 2 years’ experience or Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of child welfare, foster care, practices and policies. Demonstrated initiative and organization skills\-demonstrated ability to organize complete projects into workable objectives and tasks. Proficiency in Office 365 Suite, Canva, and virtual meeting platforms. Job Close Date 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5\) business days on our job website. After five (5\) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 01, 2026\. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7247001 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/