Program/School-Based Counselor

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Job summary

The New Jersey Institute of Technology is seeking a Program/School-Based Counselor to support students in Newark. This part-time role involves conducting group dynamics sessions, maintaining relationships with local schools, and supporting program participants' Personal Education Plans.

A Bachelor's degree is required, along with experience working with urban youth. Compensation for this position is $40.00 per hour, and the program operates year-round.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Work experience with urban youth preferred.
• Familiarity with students from NJGU/CB target schools would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group dynamics sessions twice per semester.
• Collect and submit requested information for program documentation.
• Maintain strong relationships with target schools.

Skills

Experience working with urban youth

Relationship building with schools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title

Program/School-Based Counselor

Department

NJ GEARUP / College Bound / UBELLs

Reports To

Director NJ Gear UP/College Bound

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

The position of Program Counselor (Hourly) for Middle and/or High School means an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program. Acceptance of this position carries certain specific responsibilities in addition to those outlined in the general job description. This requisition represents 4-5 Program Counselors depending on hours available and need. The program operates year‑round during the Academic Year (fall and spring) and Summer Sessions (July‑Mid August). Fall and Spring Sessions are Monday thru Thursday (Occasional Fridays) from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm and/or 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Saturday Sessions are 20 sessions during the Academic Year from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Note: Academic Year weekday school hours are adjusted as needed per school. Summer Session is currently up to six (6) weeks, Monday thru Thursday, from 8:30 am until 3:00 pm with occasional Saturday events.

Essential Functions

• Conduct group dynamics sessions of a minimum of twice per semester at their school in collaboration with mentors on subjects outlined in the Personal Education Plan (PEP) document. The session must be properly recorded as directed by the program.
• Collect and submit any information (report cards, standardized tests, subsidized lunch, etc.) as requested by the program.
• Communicate any policy changes that may impact services being offered to the students at their school.
• Provide scope and sequence and lesson plans for group dynamic sessions as prescribed by the student Personal Education Plan (PEP) document.
• Be responsible for completing and reviewing PEPs with program participants.
• Illicit parental support through general and/or specific informative correspondence.
• Assist in the recruitment of prospective students.
• Maintain strong relationships with target schools.
• Collect and prepare all data requested by funding agent/director of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Functions

• Establishes and follows through on a systematic course of action for self or others to assure accomplishment of a specific objective.
• Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively producing desired results at the level expected for the position.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Work experience with urban youth preferred.
• Familiarity with students from NJGU/CB target schools would be helpful.
• School-based counselor must have access to target schools, i.e., current target school teacher or counselor. Current target school list includes the following Newark Board of Education Schools: Barringer High School, Central High School, East Side High School, Weequahic High School, Belmont Runyon, Hawkins Street School, Lafayette Street School, Rafael Hernandez School, Ridge Street School, Sussex Avenue School, and Wilson Avenue School.
• School-based counselor could also assist with non‑target schools students as needed.
• At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• School counseling or teaching Certificate in counseling preferred.

Salary Information

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the hourly rate for this position is $40.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

FLSA

Non-Exempt Part‑Time