College and Career Counselor

2 weeks ago

Kennedy Space Center, United States Diocese of Orlando Full time
SUMMARY

As a contract employee, you are bound by the contents of your contract as well as the BMCHS Faculty Handbook which requires your signature.

The Diocese of Orlando's four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees:
  1. Authenticity : Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
  2. Respect: Affirming each person's God-given dignity and uniqueness.
  3. Courage : Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
  4. Commitment : Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
  • An understanding that BMCHS is a Catholic High School and an appreciation and commitment to upholding the Catholic spiritual and intellectual traditions as they are the foundation of all things at the school.
  • Advise students and families in developing a college list and the best potential college fit linked to the student's academic interests.
  • Develop a personalized standardized testing calendar for all students: SAT, ACT.
  • Write counselor recommendation letters.
  • Review, edit, and support the development and writing of resumes and college essays.
  • Assist students in completing college applications and scholarships.
  • Responsible for entering Bright Future Scholarship data.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with university admissions representatives and facilitate meetings between college representatives and our students.
  • Facilitate college and career sessions in classrooms and as workshops.
  • Facilitate college information night.
  • Develop and present parent awareness programs related to diverse admissions systems.
  • Promote and utilize the use of Naviance.
  • Submit school documents needed for applications.
  • Compile yearly data regarding college acceptances and statistics.
  • Collaborate with the logistics and proctoring of standardized testing including but not limited to ordering, counting, and handling of testing materials before, during, and after testing.
  • Model and teach interview skills.
  • Performs other duties as needed including but not limited to weekends and nights.
Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • Supportive of the educational philosophy of the school and the Diocese of Orlando.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school community staff.
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
  • Experience with standardized testing including but not limited to PSAT, SAT, Pre-ACT, ACT, and AP.
  • Must be enthusiastic and passionate about working with high school students and their families.
  • Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
  • Employment is contingent on the applicant passing a full background check.
  • Upon employment, the individual will be subject to a 90-day probationary period.
CATHOLIC FAITH

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals, or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A master's degree in counseling or a related field is a plus.
  • 5+ years of experience in college admissions counseling or college and career counseling at a high school level, catholic school experience is a plus.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • The ability to communicate, listen to, and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Strong command of both written and spoken English language.
WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Work is performed mostly indoors in an environmentally controlled setting.
  • Work is performed in a busy and occasionally noisy environment.
  • Work is to be performed directly on school campuses.
  • Works frequently in close physical proximity to others and may encounter work in enclosed or tight spaces.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to sit and stand for long periods. Must be able to reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar. Must be able to use basic office computer hardware and peripherals, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials lightweight (15 pounds).

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the

performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions

and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with

disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and

aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

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