College Access Specialist

5 days ago

New York, New York, United States Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City Full time
Job Title: College Access Specialist

Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City is seeking a highly motivated and experienced College Access Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our College & Career Success department, you will play a vital role in deepening our college access efforts for our youth.

Job Summary:

The College Access Specialist will work closely with our Director of College & Career Success to develop and implement a comprehensive college access program. This includes creating a college application road map for juniors and seniors, training program managers on understanding the college application process, and creating a college counseling curriculum for our Community-Based Program.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Create a college application road map for juniors and seniors
  • Train Program Managers on understanding the college application process
  • Create a college counseling curriculum for the Community-Based Program
  • Co-Facilitate College Access Workshops as part of the Workplace Mentorship Program Curriculum
  • Collaborate with program staff to further integrate the College & Career Success Program into the larger organization mission
  • Plan and conduct a series of College Access workshops for high school juniors, seniors, mentors, and families throughout the academic year
  • Provide one-on-one counseling sessions for high school juniors and seniors on the college application and college decision process
  • Email communications with students, parents, mentors, and program managers
  • Analyze seniors' financial aid packages and offer support as needed
  • Coordinate and recruit college admission representatives for the virtual College Knowledge Rep Visit Series for Juniors
  • Collect and distribute college access resources from the CACNY listserv and other outlets; attend the monthly CACNY Membership Meetings
  • Develop an active presence of BBBS of NYC within the College Access/Persistence Community within NYC
  • Organize and host College Decision Day and the annual Spring College Fair
  • Support with the recruitment & enrollment of the incoming College & Career Success Program Freshmen Class
  • Maintain accurate and consistent case notes for caseload in the database
  • Identify and secure 1-2 summer interns for the College & Career Success Program
Requirements:
  • 3-5 years' experience in college counseling required; bachelor's degree in counseling, higher education, or related field strongly preferred
  • Experience working with students from all backgrounds, especially first-generation students
  • Experience working with community-based organizations strongly preferred
  • Experience with creating and facilitating college access workshops
  • Commitment to BBBS of NYC's mission, vision, and values
  • Occasional evening and weekend availability required
Benefits:
  • Salary Range: $54,000 - $56,000 annually
  • Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance (immediate eligibility)
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Hybrid Work Schedule/Flexible Work Arrangements
  • 14 Federal Holidays + Summer & Winter Office Closures
  • Generous Vacation & Sick Time

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