College & Career Advisor (CMSD)

College-Now-Greater-Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

College Now - Greater Cleveland seeks a College and Career Advisor to help students aspire to, prepare for, enroll in, and secure financial resources for postsecondary education. Services include workshops, group sessions, and individual meetings at school or partner sites.

You will guide college exploration, advise on ACT/SAT, assist with applications and financial aid, and promote scholarships while maintaining records in a student database. Requires a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; experience with adolescents preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends and travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and individual advising to students and families.
• Guide career and college exploration using web-based tools.
• Assist with college applications, FAFSA, CSS Profile, and deadlines.
• Explain financial aid award letters and verify documents.
• Promote scholarships and manage documentation in a database.
• Coordinate with school staff and serve multiple sites.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Collaborative

Goal oriented

Deadline oriented

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Database entry

Job description

An established leader in the Northeast Ohio civic landscape, College Now has been changing the lives of students in our region since 1967. We do this by providing college and career access advising, financial aid counseling, and scholarship and retention services to students from middle school through adulthood. An individual filling this position can expect to have an impact on Northeast Ohio students and families.When you work for College Now, you are part of an innovative and visionary team, committed to College Now's mission, vision, and values as we are committed to creating a collaborative workplace for team members. Offering superior benefits, ample opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to make an impact on the community, College Now is where careers are made and grown.Position Title: College and Career AdvisorStatus: Full-time; Non-ExemptStandard Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 hours/dayLocations: 4 positions available: different CMSD schoolsReports To: Manager, Advising Programs and ServicesSalary Range: $43,000 - $48,000; Commensurate with relevant experienceAssigned To: Advising Programs and Services DepartmentPosition Summary:The College and Career Advisor helps students aspire to, prepare for, enroll in, and secure financial resources for postsecondary education. Services are delivered through classroom workshops, group sessions, individual meetings, and family engagement at school or partner sites.Essential Functions:Work within each assigned school or site environment to meet student needs and College Now expectations.Provide group and individual services to students and their parent(s)/guardian(s).Guide students in career and college exploration using web-based tools and resources.Advise on college entrance exams (ACT, PSAT, SAT), provide registration support, and fee waivers.Assist students with test preparation and registration logistics.Help students' complete college admissions and financial aid applications, including FAFSA and CSS Profile.Interpret financial aid award letters and assist with verification and other documentation.Promote and guide students in applying for scholarships and awards.Recommend eligible students for College Now scholarships and manage documentation through a student information database.Support and mentor assigned AmeriCorps College & Career Guide(s), if applicable.Maintain accurate records in the student database; adhere to confidentiality protocols.Advocate for students through communication with colleges, parents/guardians, and school personnel.Refer students to additional resources or services as needed.Participate in advisor trainings, meetings, and College Now outreach opportunities.Perform other duties as assigned.Must-Have Skills:Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Goal- and deadline-oriented mindset.Bilingual skills (Spanish) are a plus but not required.Must-Have Technical Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).Comfortable with internet research, laptop usage, and database entry.Previous Work Experience:Experience working with adolescents required.Teaching or tutoring experience preferred but not required.Education Requirement:Bachelor’s degree required.Additional Requirements:Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.Must have reliable transportation to multiple locations across Northeast Ohio.Must be able to carry up to 10 pounds of materials (e.g., laptop, printer).Disclaimer: “Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.”