Youth Advocate (Aspirations Diploma Plus High School - Crown Heights, Brooklyn)

The Child Center of NY • New York, NY

48d • $35,000 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

College and Career Advisor is responsible for working with students to develop a plan for success in school; in the workplace; and in their future personal and professional endeavors. This position provides guidance and support to help clients meet their college and career goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work or related fields.
• 3 years’ direct service experience working with youth and young adults related to academic advisement; interventions; counseling; and/or youth development services.
• Bilingual in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic progress, communicate with appropriate personnel & schedule interventions as necessary to ensure middle school and/or high school graduation.
• Educate, advise and support students and parents about post-secondary options (college, technical school, employment options). and maintain and share information on colleges, college guides, scholarships, financial aid, and paying for college.
• Publicize information about standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL, helping to administer AP and PSAT exams.
• Assess skills and interests via individual interviews and/or group work. Develop academic and college/career goals.
• Advocate for students’ rights and well-being and ensure they learn self-advocacy.
• Provide intervention/immediate support for issues that prevent a student from functioning appropriately at school and refer to mental health services if needed.
• Sustain relationships with family members to address issues impacting student performance and success.
• Participate in and help facilitate student activities including but not limited to college visits, school trips, and school events.
• Liaise with schools, employers and professional organizations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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