College Success Advisor, CAMBA CollegeBound (CCB)

Camba • Brooklyn, NY

17d • $54,000 - $54,000

About The Position

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA CollegeBound (CCB) is a dual-generation approach that provides guidance to middle and high school students and their parents on their journey “to and through” college. In group and one-to-one sessions, CCB offers tailored support through each step of the college selection process, including assistance with financial aid and scholarships, all aspects of the college application, college visits and tours, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree minimum; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience counseling students on post-secondary education options, knowledge of U.S. education system, especially New York City and State, familiarity with financial aid and college application process.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of all college types—including CUNY, SUNY, HBCUs, private schools, and trade schools.

Nice To Haves

• Adept at social media, namely Instagram and LinkedIn, and Canva.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-secondary pathways counseling and support to middle and high school students in CAMBA’s Beacon and Cornerstone programs, as well as in CAMBA’s shelters and housing developments.
• Organize and facilitate college readiness workshops, webinars, and other events.
• Provide resources and counseling to parents on all areas of financial aid and how to support their children on their post-secondary journey.
• Must stay current on the latest trends and developments in education, especially college admissions and financial aid.

Benefits

• CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees