TRIO Academic Counselor

Calvin University•Grand Rapids, MI

3d•$25,000•Onsite

About The Position

The TRIO SSS Academic Counselor works for the retention and persistence of first-generation students, students from low-income backgrounds, and students with disabilities connected to the TRIO Student Support Services program. The position works broadly with students to resource individuals and aid their success.

Requirements

The position requires the individual to be able to work with diverse student populations.
This position requires a bachelor's degree (B.A.) and 1-5 years of advising/caseload management.
All TRIO SSS staff will demonstrate a commitment to the goals, priorities, and objectives of the TRIO SSS program.
TRIO staff will also be highly qualified professionals with formal education in their specific field/designation, and demonstrate a commitment and awareness to effectively establish relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity, including but not limited to race, gender, physical ability, class, or religious perspectives.
When possible, TRIO SSS staff would have proven success in overcoming barriers similar to those of the student target populations.
Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential in this position.
Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts University affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith, learning, and student development.
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.

Responsibilities

Assist in recruiting potential TRIO students for participation in the TRIO SSS program at Calvin Discovery Days and other admissions-related events.
Proactively build relationships with students in the TRIO target populations (low income, first-generation, and/or students with disabilities).
Participate in (and assist as needed) programming for targeted student populations to achieve TRIO related goals.
Attend weekly TRIO team meetings with TRIO student ambassadors and staff.
Organize and facilitate the TRIO textbook library each semester.
In collaboration with the Associate Director, plan, execute, and attend the TRIO spring break service-learning trip in partnership with the Service-Learning office.
Work with TRIO students to reach their goals by conducting regular meetings, monitoring progress, and communicating with faculty to assist student learning.
Manage an approximate 15-20 student caseload for Calvin at large student population (non-TRIO participants).
Work with campus partners to ensure students are receiving appropriate academic and social interventions.
Respond to early alert reports as assigned.
Maintain accurate records to assist in grant administration, coordinated care and student support.
Celebrate student learning and accomplishments as they progress toward graduation and beyond.
Other duties, as initiated or assigned.