Student Advisor-Haven Charter High School

Haven Charter High School•Bronx, NY

1d•$50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Haven Charter High School provides students with a rigorous STEM-based Career and Technical Education, preparing them for medical certifications, college success, and career readiness. Student Advisors at Haven Charter High School (HCHS) are responsible for implementing a comprehensive advisory program that supports students’ academic progress, social-emotional development, and postsecondary readiness and upholds our Primary Person System. Under the supervision of the Director of Student Support Services, the Student Advisor is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Requirements

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities
Demonstrated knowledge of community services and youth development
Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.W.) required
Minimum of two years of experience working with youth
Employees must be cleared to work at Haven Charter High School. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings. Department of Education (DOE) fingerprint clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for a caseload of approximately 60–75 students
Facilitate weekly advisory sessions using a social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum
Lead workshops, small groups, and targeted interventions to support student development
Provide informal counseling and mentorship to support students’ social-emotional well-being
Maintain accurate documentation of all student interactions in PowerSchool and Google Suite
Conduct ongoing outreach related to attendance, academics, and student well-being, including phone calls and home visits as needed
Collaborate with teachers to monitor academic progress and provide feedback to students
Connect students and families to appropriate social services and external supports
Track student progress toward graduation, including credit accumulation and postsecondary planning
Meet regularly with students and families, including supporting the enrollment process
Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and program trainings
Provide supervision during key school times, including arrival, lunch, transitions, and dismissal
Support and participate in field trips, special events, and extracurricular activities
Contribute to additional programmatic and school-wide initiatives as needed
Maintain a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, remote work, and overnight trips
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.