STUDENT ADVISOR - BRONX REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

EAST SIDE HOUSE SETTLEMENT•New York, NY

6d•$45,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. Its community school program provides programs and services through community centers and school partnerships. Reporting to the Community School Director, the Student Advisor supports students’ college and career readiness, academic progress, day-to-day needs, social-emotional development, and personal development. The advisor follows the Primary Person Model as the first point of contact for students, parents, and staff, and works collaboratively with partner-school faculty and staff to support each student’s academic success. The role manages an assigned student cohort through regular individual meetings, goal-setting, academic monitoring, referrals, attendance outreach, crisis intervention under supervision, and coordination with students, families, school personnel, and Community School teams. The Student Advisor also supports college and career planning, family engagement, student activities, workshops, and program improvement. The position is full-time, scheduled for 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; the schedule may change based on operational needs. Minimal travel is expected. The role may involve occasional lifting or moving items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks and/or screenings.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Social Work degree.
At least two years of experience with youth-related work.
Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with school-aged youth, educators, families, and communities from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
Experience working in school-based settings, including middle school and/or high school.
Knowledge of community organizing, student support services, and youth development theories.
Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships.
Knowledge and experience with WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, and other applications.
Self-motivated and eager to make a positive difference in students’ lives.
Strong communication skills and commitment to collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and support staff.
Excellent organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Technology skills, including the ability to learn software and programs, complete digital paperwork, communicate by email, and learn new skills and perform basic troubleshooting.
Must successfully complete required background checks and/or screenings to be cleared to work at ESH.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary person advisor for an assigned cohort of students.
Conduct one-on-one student sessions at least twice a month and support students in creating and implementing SMART goals.
Work with students, families or caring adults, school staff, and Community School teams to develop individualized plans.
Conduct and support student advisory groups in collaboration with school faculty.
Share student progress updates with leadership and key school staff, and participate in weekly case conferences with school and Community School staff.
Provide crisis intervention and counseling for students as needed, under the supervision of the Program Director.
Document student interactions in assigned data systems.
Conduct attendance outreach by phone, text through the agency telephone, letters, remote contact, and/or home visits.
Organize and implement activities and events that meet the recreational, cultural, and social needs of the school community.
Support new-student admissions, including outreach, open houses, intake interviews, and student and parent orientations.
Identify opportunities and referrals for students and families based on their needs and aspirations.
Work with the Program Director to develop best practices for cohort management and support services.
Help students define career interests and explore them through internships, job shadowing, and other activities.
Partner with ESH Workforce Development, the College Access Counselor, and the Internship Coordinator on postsecondary planning.
Educate students about colleges, admissions, FAFSA, trends, procedures, and testing, and advise them through the process.
Track students’ academic progress using report cards, progress reports, and other school and program resources.
Help students identify strengths and challenges, set SMART goals, and pursue opportunities for continued growth.
Support development of employability skills, including résumé and cover-letter writing, mock interviews, job and internship applications, and job-shadowing opportunities.
Build relationships with families and provide support, resources, and opportunities for growth.
Help implement family engagement structures with the school, including parent workshops, volunteer opportunities, and connections to community resources.
Support families needing additional assistance and connect them with ESH social services and school-based adult education opportunities as appropriate.
Collaborate with the Program Director, NYC Department of Education staff, and the school community on program management.
Lead or champion school events that build community, pride, and a welcoming environment.
Prepare and present workshops to develop students’ leadership, life skills, and self-efficacy.
Collaborate with leadership to develop tools and strategies for tracking and achieving program goals.
Work with the team on program improvement strategies.
Attend and participate in school and community meetings, administrative meetings, professional development trainings, and other meetings as needed.
Complete tasks and projects assigned by the Program Director.