Summer Journey Counselor

Catapult Learning•New York, NY

1d•$46 - $48

About The Position

Summer Journey Overview: Welcome back alumni! We anticipate programming throughout all NYC boroughs, though most positions concentrated in the Bronx and Staten Island. We are committed to thoughtfully matching staff with their grade and location preference to the best of our ability How you’ll be there for students: Be their advocate, confidence builder, and difference maker. Play a critical role in supporting the behavioral, personal, emotional, and social development of students. With our resources and ongoing support, you can be wholly present and do what you love to do: create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment that fosters student growth and development.

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling or related field.
Unwavering belief that all children can learn.
Ability to navigate online platforms for record keeping and communication.
Ability to fulfill and abide by all necessary requirements for employment
Ability to legally work in the United States
Availability to work for the full program

Responsibilities

Be their advocate, confidence builder, and difference maker.
Play a critical role in supporting the behavioral, personal, emotional, and social development of students.
Positively impact the educational, behavioral, social, and emotional welfare of every child with whom you engage.
Nurture student potential through personalized, small group, and classroom counseling, which may focus on academic, emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues. There may be opportunities for 1:1 counseling, as well.
Perform learning assessments (when requested and appropriate) of students’ learning styles, strengths, and weaknesses—to shed light on academic performance and inform further referral.
As a beacon of knowledge and support, empower parents and school personnel by helping them access community resources that align with the unique needs of individual students and families. This may include communicating directly with parents regarding the well-being of their child(ren).
Champion administrative excellence by completing paperwork that reflects accuracy and efficiency in every detail.
Stay at the forefront of current changes and trends in the field, equipping yourself with the tools and knowledge to deliver guidance and support to those you serve.
Forge a foundation of trust and reliability through a deep understanding of the rules and procedures set forth by the Company Counseling Policy and Procedure Manual, the funding source, and the individual school.