Crosby Near Peer - Student Advisor

Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC • Winston-Salem, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Near Peer advisors are recent college graduates who have similar interests, goals, and backgrounds to the scholars. These advisors have recently gone through the college admission process and can lend firsthand insight and advice. Near Peer advisors assist high school juniors and seniors on the college search and application process, including, but not limited to, creating/finalizing target lists, understanding admission requirements and application options and deadlines, and considering options for standardized testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, required.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population in a team effort to support the mission of the Program
• Must have a valid driver license
• Pre-employment background check and drug-screen are required
• Have passion to help students realize their college-going potential
• Possess the ability to exercise tact and discretion; and be culturally sensitive
• Maintain an open, thoughtful, and helpful demeanor with all who seek advice and information
• Strong listening, writing, public speaking, and presentation skills
• Experience using social media and various presentation formats
• Demonstrated proficiency with all Microsoft Office Suite software

Nice To Haves

• Special consideration will be given to Crosby Scholar alumni

Responsibilities

• Meet 1:1 with seniors during the school day to guide them through the college admission, scholarship, and financial aid applications;
• Meet with juniors (either 1:1 or small group) during the school day to assist them with preparing for the college admission process;
• Monitor scholars’ progress toward fulfilling the Senior/Junior Program requirements to promote scholar success and program completion; keep students inspired, motivated, and on track to meet deadlines;
• Maintain and submit accurate notes summarizing each advisor meeting;
• Handle sensitive issues with empathy, patience, and poise and maintain confidentiality of student records;
• Attend and assist in planning Crosby Scholars Academies and other designated events;
• May host group meetings with 9th and 10th grade scholars as needed;
• Collaborate with school counselors, university staff and organizations;
• Work with a very diverse student population including low-income, first generation and underrepresented high school students;
• Assist with projects and other assignments as requested.

Benefits

• Employer paid leave
• Hybrid work schedule
• New team members will work full time in the office with the opportunity to be considered for a flexible Work from Home schedule after 90-days of employment.
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• 100% of employer paid health insurance premium
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level