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Job Type

Full-time

Description

JOB TITLE : College Access Coordinator

DEPARTMENT : School-Based Programs

EXEMPTION : Non-Exempt or Exempt, dependent on education and experience

REPORTS TO : Program Director

SUPERVISES : Youth Counselors

Center for Family Life in Sunset Park, a nationally recognized social service agency in Sunset Park Brooklyn, is seeking a full-time year-round College Access Coordinator to work with high school students and their families in our diverse community and programs.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to

Provide 1 : 1 and small group college counseling sessions to fifty 12th-grade students to assist with college research, application preparation, resume writing, and scholarship and financial aid applications
Provide ongoing guidance and services to up to 100 first- and second-year college students to support their transition
Make referrals to other CFL departments such as benefits screening or tax preparation as needed
Collaborate with CFL and SPHS Advisory Point People to purposely plan the 3-year scope and sequence of college and career-related advisory sessions for 9 - 11 grade students
Schedule, coordinate, and chaperone college campus visits or field trips related to the college admission process for high school students and their families
Work with CFL school-based directors to develop and implement workshops and events focused on college access and career exploration for students and their families across multiple CFL locations
Build effective relationships with college admissions, financial aid, and other offices to advocate for students and assist them in reaching their higher education goals
Track, evaluate, and report on student college application completion rates, admissions, and retention outcomes for ongoing program improvement and growth
Stay current on trends and changes in college access and success, FAFSA, and other post-secondary issues
Recruit and enroll eligible students in college success programs partnering with CFL such as Bottom Line, Posse, SYEP / CUNY Summer Melt Avoidance initiative, and summer bridge-type programs
Represent CFLSP in external meetings for college access work such as United Neighborhood Houses and Student Success Network
Supervise 2 youth counselors who will work 1 : 1 with high school seniors on college and financial aid applications
Some evening and weekend hours are required throughout the year

QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual Spanish / English or Chinese / English required

Degree : Master's in social work, school counseling, or related field required

Experience with and passion for working with high school-aged youth with diverse strengths, interests, and backgrounds

Highly organized and able to manage time efficiently

Ability to be a genuine and positive member of a diverse staff team

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Interest and commitment to learning and working within a social group work model

Has an interest in managing and creating positive experiences for groups

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

Build and maintain close, daily interactions with co-workers and supervisors

Effectively communicate with outside agency staff

Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.

Possess a strong belief in people's ability to grow and change

Is flexible and works well as a member of a team

Ability to relate to a variety of young adults and build strong relationships

WORKING CONDITIONS

Flexible working in an office setting and classroom spaces

May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building

May also attend various meetings with different departments to discuss proposals and progress

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Annual salary ranges from $55,000 - $65,000 and is commensurate with experience and education .

Full-time position includes 35 hours of work per week on a variable schedule

Comprehensive benefits package includes four weeks of paid vacation, fourteen paid holidays, medical, dental, and life insurance, and retirement benefits. Additional voluntary benefits include disability, critical illness, and accident.

Salary Description

55,000 - $65,000 per year

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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