School-Based Advocate Counselor for Youth & College Prep

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Advocate Counselor to provide counseling, case management, and crisis intervention to older adolescents in the YABC program. You will work closely with agency and school personnel to support students’ wellbeing and success.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, attendance support, and community outreach, with opportunities to develop workshops and assist in college preparation and family involvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Must have experience working with adolescent/young adults individually and in groups.
• Prior experience in a school setting helpful.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for students needing supportive services.
• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Provide family outreach and involvement as appropriate.
• Develop and implement workshops responsive to student needs.
• Assist students in attending school regularly and conduct attendance outreach.
• Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including planning trips, celebrations, and leadership activities.
• Support students with all aspects of the college preparation process including applications, financial aid, personal essay, and college visits.
• Function as an active member of Good Shepherd Services and school teams.
• Perform statistical, narrative, and record keeping duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adolescent Counseling

Group Counseling

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Good Shepherd Services in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Advocate Counselor to provide counseling, case management, and crisis intervention to older adolescents in the YABC program. You will work closely with agency and school personnel to support students’ wellbeing and success.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, attendance support, and community outreach, with opportunities to develop workshops and assist in college preparation and family involvement.