University Counselor Assistant I, Upward Bound Program Advisor

6 days ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States Wayne State University Full time $40,000 - $70,000 per year

University Counselor Assistant I, Upward Bound Program Advisor

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced University Counselor Assistant I, Upward Bound Program Advisor at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Position Purpose:

The Upward Bound Program Advisor is a full time, 12 month position with benefits, funded by the U.S. Department of Education's TRIO program grant. The work hours are irregular and will require evenings and weekends as well as the flexibility to travel. The Program Advisor will report to the Upward Bound Program Director.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities:

The Program Advisor will work cooperatively with partner schools and teachers to implement critical aspects of the program in alignment with program objectives. He or she will recruit students to the program and facilitate adjustment and a sense of belonging for students enrolled in each cohort. The Program Advisor will provide academic mentoring and advising to Upward Bound students. He or she will provide individual, group and familial support and counseling. The Program Advisor will plan and organize all field trips and college campus tours; help monitor grades, test scores and afterschool tutoring initiatives; design, implement and supervise fun and engaging summer activities; coordinate the career fair and summer work-study internships; produce the quarterly newsletter; provide postsecondary educational advising and assistance; implement the Senior College Colloquium and Parent College 101 seminars; and, complete postsecondary tracking of all alumni. The Program Advisor will help collect data for the annual performance report and track and monitor student progress toward programmatic objectives. The Program Advisor will perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in education, guidance counseling, higher education administration, social work or related field; one year experience as a counselor, social worker or teacher; strong communication skills, both oral and written in English and Spanish are required; experience working with economically and educationally disadvantaged youth; and experience working with students from a diverse background. Applicants from a low-income and/or a first-generation background and former TRIO students/staff will be strongly preferred.

School/College/Division:

H02 - College of Education

Primary Department:

H0250 - Teacher Education

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Annual Salary: To be determined

Working conditions:

Normal office environment.

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1
  • Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

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