Program Junior Counselor (Part-Time)

Mercer County Community College • West Windsor and Trenton, NJ

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About The Position

Mercer County Community College (MCCC) is a publicly supported college dedicated to student success and seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in Trenton, NJ, and a larger suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses, and dependents, allowing families to pursue higher education without the high cost.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled college student.
• One year prior experience that demonstrates an understanding of leadership, college readiness, and working with potential first-generation students.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.
• Commitment to a student-centered environment.
• Access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform duties.
• Attendance at NJ GEAR UP Statewide training and MCCC orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled college student or recent graduate.
• Prior experience that demonstrates an understanding of leadership, college readiness, and working with potential first-generation students.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, may include some nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel to multiple educational institutions, utilizing personal vehicle for travel.

Responsibilities

• Engages with and educates participants in the benefits of postsecondary education and academic success.
• Provides academic counseling to students in grades 7-12.
• Attends all scheduled programming for the grade level assigned.
• Assists students in the program with academic assignments.
• Assists teachers with facilitating lessons.
• Takes attendance and maintains sign-in sheets.
• Creates and facilitates learning strategies, college and career preparation, and social/emotional workshops related to college readiness.
• Participates in all assigned programming, including college tours and educational field trips.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses, and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
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• Education Level: No Education Listed