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Advocate Counselor

SCO Family of ServicesBronx, NY
Onsite

About The Position

The Advocate Counselor serves as the primary person in guiding students through the academic, social and personal expectations that are involved in achieving a High School diploma and establishing realistic post-secondary plans. The Advocate Counselor serves as liaison to outside resources and partner to a Generalist teacher.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field required.
  • Two years working with at risk youth

Nice To Haves

  • Group work experience preferred.
  • School-based experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Engage students’ families and assist with identified needs
  • Provide student and family referrals to community resources
  • Work in a collaborative team, including participation in staff meetings, retreats, staff development in order to support student progress
  • Monitor and document student attendance and academic progress
  • Conduct attendance outreach, including home visits
  • Provide counseling, crisis intervention, conflict mediation and assistance as needed
  • Plan and facilitate groups with students
  • Partner with Generalist Teacher in the classroom in order to serve and support a class/caseload of twenty-five students
  • Support the College and Career Coordinator and Internship Coordinator
  • Develop and implement student enrichment activities and after-school electives
  • Other duties as required

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