College Access Counselor - Talent Search Program

Research Foundation of The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York is seeking a staff member for the Educational Talent Search Program at BRONX C. C.

The role involves recruiting eligible participants, evaluating academic potential and financial need, and coordinating with high school counselors to guide students toward post-secondary opportunities. Responsibilities include screening applicants, advising on financial aid, maintaining files, and conducting workshops and follow-up surveys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required (master’s preferred) in Counseling or related area.
• At least one year experience counseling disadvantaged youth.
• Knowledge of proper English grammar, format, and usage.
• Ability to write clear and narrative reports.
• Knowledge of financial aid and college procedures.
• Knowledge of Special programs and Trio.
• Bilingual is a plus (Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment of eligible participants.
• Assess and document academic potential, financial eligibility, and first-generation eligibility of participants.
• Work with target school counselors in coordinating project activities.
• Screen applicants for participant eligibility.
• Refer ineligible students to appropriate social and other services.
• Assess participant's potential for post-secondary educational training.
• Assess participant’s tutorial needs and recommend tutorial services.
• Maintain participant's files according to proposed guidelines.
• Assist participants exploring career fields and choosing career goals.
• Assist participants in choosing a post-secondary institution.
• Coordinate and implement financial aid workshops for parents and participants.
• Assist participants in completing admissions and financial aid forms.
• Conduct participant follow-up surveys.
• Participate in staff development and in-service meetings.
• Perform other duties as required to achieve program goals and objectives.
• Be familiar with and adhere to the college's policies and procedures.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's preferred in Counseling or related area

Job description

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York is seeking a staff member for the Educational Talent Search Program at BRONX C. C.

The role involves recruiting eligible participants, evaluating academic potential and financial need, and coordinating with high school counselors to guide students toward post-secondary opportunities. Responsibilities include screening applicants, advising on financial aid, maintaining files, and conducting workshops and follow-up surveys.