Success Coaches for High School in Brooklyn

Counseling in Schools•New York, NY

1d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a dynamic community-based organization founded in 1986 with a mission to promote the emotional and social growth of children so that they can thrive in school and succeed in life. For nearly 40 years, Counseling In Schools has created and fostered relationships with local schools, homeless shelters, and communities to enable New York City’s children to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally. Our expert team includes licensed mental health and youth development professionals who fully integrate into the community, providing programs that equip children, families, teachers, and administrators with the right tools for preventing and coping with the challenges they face. We envision and work toward a bright future, full of possibilities, where each child can flourish and reach their full potential. Counseling In Schools (CIS) is seeking Success Mentors for multiple schools in Brooklyn, NY. Mentor responsibilities are determined by what research shows are the most effective practices for engaging at-risk students and their families. These include personally greeting students upon arrival in the morning to make them feel welcomed and noticed, engaging caregivers, calling home when the mentee is absent, and supporting culture and climate activities and events that encourage school attendance. Additionally, Mentors connect students and families with a wide range of services to help them overcome barriers to school success and graduation.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED - College Degree Preferred
Must be able to pass a background check and DOE fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

High energy and ability to connect with teenagers and maintain professional boundaries
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Perfect for College Students or Retirees

Responsibilities

Flag mentees for early intervention before absenteeism escalates
Collaborate with mentors to gather context and insights
Work with mentors to develop attendance improvement plans
Identify root causes (academic, social, family, health, motivation)
Set clear goals, benchmarks, and follow-up timelines
Coordinate supports and referrals as needed (school staff, counselors, family outreach)
Maintain data and track interventions

Benefits

CIS provides sick time to all employees, hourly employees earn one hour (1) of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked, up to a maximum of (40) forty hours of paid sick leave per year.
Transit Check Program: To make your daily commute more convenient and cost-effective, we provide a transit check program that allows you to cover transportation expenses using pre-tax dollars. This benefit contributes to a greener and more efficient commute.
Referral Bonuses: We all have friends in our field of work. Refer a friend or colleague to work at CIS and receive a bonus once they join our team!

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