College Access Counselor at Sunset Park High School

2 weeks ago

New York, United States Center For Family Life in Sunset Park Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, a nationally recognized social service agency in Sunset Park Brooklyn, is seeking a full-time year-round College Access Counselor to work with high school students and their families at Sunset Park High School.

Position Description

  • Oversee the daily functioning of the SPHS college office
  • Supervise support staff in the college office as required
  • Provide 1:1 and small group college counseling sessions to 12th grade students to assist with college research, application preparation, and financial aid applications
  • Collaborate with CFL and SPHS Advisory Point People to purposely plan the 4-year scope and sequence of college and career related advisory sessions for 9 – 12 grade students
  • Schedule, coordinate, and chaperone college campus visits or field trips related to the college admission process for students in all 4 grades
  • Work with a team of CFL and SPHS staff to develop and implement workshops and events focused on college access for students and their families including a school day college fair and evening family workshops
  • Build effective relationships with college admissions, financial aid, and other offices to advocate for students and assist them in reaching their higher education goals
  • Track, evaluate, and report on student college application completion rates and admissions outcomes for on-going program improvement and growth
  • Stay current on trends and changes in college access and success, FAFSA, and other postsecondary issues
  • Recruit and enroll eligible students in college success programs partnering with CFL and/or SPHS such as Bottom Line, Posse, and summer bridge type programs
  • Some evening and weekend hours are required throughout the year

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bilingual Spanish/English or Chinese/English required
  • Degree: Masters in social work, school counseling, or related field preferred
  • Experience with and passion for working with high school aged youth with diverse strengths, interests, and backgrounds
  • Highly organized and able to manage time efficiently
  • Ability to be a genuine and positive member of a diverse staff team
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Interest and commitment to learning and working within a social group work model
  • Has interest in managing and creating positive experiences for groups

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

  • Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers and supervisors
  • Effectively communicate with outside agency staff
  • Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
  • Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change
  • Is flexible and works well as a member of a team
  • Ability to relate to a variety of young adults and build strong relationships

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Flexible working in an office setting and classroom spaces
  • May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building
  • May also attend various meetings with different departments to discuss proposals and progress

This is a Full-time position at 35 hours of work per week on a variable schedule. Comprehensive benefits package including four weeks paid vacation, fourteen paid holidays, medical, dental and life insurance, and retirement benefits.


Salary range is $50,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience and education.


Requirements:


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