Part-Time Educational Advocate for Student Success

Transitional Services For New York Inc; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Transitional Services for New York, Inc. in Jamaica, NY seeks a part-time Educational Advisor to support community-based learners. The role focuses on guiding students toward educational goals and connecting them with resources, with an emphasis on advocacy within educational settings.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; MA preferred. A NYS driver license with a clean record is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area; MA preferred.
• Counseling experience in academic settings a plus.
• NYS Driver License with a clean record a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation to community-based educators on supportive classroom strategies.
• Assist students in identifying and accomplishing educational goals.
• Orient students to system resources and assist with advocacy activities.
• Assist students in developing educationally-oriented, community-based support systems.
• Provide off-site consultation to collaterals related to mental health barriers impacting student performance.
• Provide regular progress notes and agency documentation as required.
• Provide crisis intervention as required.

Skills

Counseling experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area

Master’s degree (MA) preferred

Job description

Transitional Services for New York, Inc. in Jamaica, NY seeks a part-time Educational Advisor to support community-based learners. The role focuses on guiding students toward educational goals and connecting them with resources, with an emphasis on advocacy within educational settings.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; MA preferred. A NYS driver license with a clean record is a plus.