Job description
The Gracent Scholarship Program supports our clinician’s educational and professional aspirations by providing financial assistance ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 per academic year for accredited academic programs, courses, and certifications. Through this program, we aim to foster professional development, enhance skills, and promote lifelong learning among our team members.
** Eligibility Requirements **
- Be a full-time employee of Gracent with a minimum of one year of continuous service prior to applying,
- Hold a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (documentation proving GPA is required),
- Be in good standing in your current role including having performance review ratings on average of 3.0 or higher,
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited master's or PhD degree program, related to obtaining licensure as a BCBA, OT, PT, SLP, NP, LCPC, or LCSW.
- Be able to provide at least 2 professional and 2 educational references.
** Application Process **
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Complete this Gracent Scholarship Program Application Form
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Attach the following documents to your application:
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Current resume
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Personal statement 500 words minimum to 750 words maximum) outlining your educational goals, how they align with your career objectives, and how receiving the scholarship will benefit you professionally.
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Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or community leaders and two internal recommendations who can attest to your qualifications, character, performance, etc.
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Proof of enrollment or acceptance into an accredited educational program, course, or certification.
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Proof of current GPA.
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Estimated cost breakdown of educational expenses.
The Scholarship Review Team will review applications and notify the applicants once the decis ion is made.
** Application Submission and Decision Dates **
- Submission Date(s): July 1 st and December 1 st of each year, but may be altered for the first year of the program.
- Decision Date(s): August 1st and January 1 st of each year, but may be altered for the first year of the program.
** Scholarship Award **
- Scholarships will be awarded based on merit, demonstrated need, and alignment with company goals.
- Each year the company will determine the number of applicants who will be awarded between $1,000 and $2,500.00 each.
- Scholarship applicants will be notified by the notification date listed above whether their application has been approved to receive a scholarship award and the amount they will receive.
- Approved award will be distributed directly to the school listed on the application for the upcoming school semester.
** Terms and Conditions **
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Scholarship funds are intended to cover tuition-related fees.
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Recipients are required to maintain satisfactory academic progress and provide proof of enrollment or completion of the educational program.
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Employees who voluntarily leave Gracent within one year of receiving the scholarship award will be required to repay a portion (or full amount) of the award.
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6 months of employment after receiving award – Employee will be required to pay back a prorated scholarship award.
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1+ year of employment after receiving award – Employee will not be required to repay the award.
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Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to their professional development and align their educational goals with their current role or future career aspirations.
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Preference may be given to applicants who have not previously received funding through the scholarship program.
** Contact Information: ** For questions or assistance regarding the program please contact HR @gracentcares.com
We look forward to receiving your application and supporting the bright future of our team members!