Student Advisor - Mott Hall/UIM

East-Side-House-Settlement; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

East Side House Settlement in the Bronx is seeking a Student Advisor to support attendance, academics, and socio-emotional growth for middle and high school students within our Community School Program. Under the Community School Director, you will meet with students, coordinate outreach, connect families with resources, and partner with teachers to foster a supportive, engaging learning environment.

This role requires strong communication, organization, and bilingual abilities, with some

Formación

• B.A./B.S.W. with at least two years’ youth-related work experience.
• Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Availability for some evenings and weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Meet targeted students remotely or in person to support attendance and goals.
• Conduct daily attendance outreach via phone, email, or virtual platforms.
• Refer students to additional supports and ensure remote access to services.
• Build strong relationships with school staff, families, and community partners.
• Coordinate activities, field trips, and student-centered events.
• Assist with college guidance and admissions process discussions.

Conocimientos

Communication

Organizational skills

Writing abilities

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

B.A./B.S.W.

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

WordPerfect

Descripción del empleo

Position TitleStudent AdvisorDepartmentCommunity School/ ProgramsSite/LocationUrban Institute of Mathematics/ Mott Hall Community School650 Hollywood Ave, Bronx, NY 10465Job ClassificationNon-ExemptFull TimeSalary Range$40,000 - $45,000Reports ToCommunity School DirectorMISSION STATEMENTEast Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.JOB DESCRIPTIONSummary/ ObjectiveEast Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their community. ESH’s Community School Program aligns with our mission by providing high quality programs and services within community centers and school partnerships.Reporting to the Community School Director, the Student Advisor is responsible to the intellectual and emotional growth of every student through the creation of a nurturing and supportive learning environment. By mobilizing the resources of parents, the community, business and cultural entities and the professional staff, our school community is dedicated to a single purpose- maximizing pupil potential. The Student Advisor will support attendance improvement for the Community School Program, develops relationships with students and families feel support, community members, feel connected, and emerge in successful outcomes. Coordinated resources and programs must address key priorities such as attendance, academic; socio-emotional, health and others. Programmatically, resources may be designed to include options before, during after-school, during the school year, and summer months.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Community School Director, the Student Advisor, will be responsible for but not limited to the following:Meet with targeted students remotely in a group setting and individually to assist them in their attendance, academic, and personal goalsConduct daily attendance outreach via phone, remotely, or socially distant as neededConsult with teachers remotely via phone, email or virtual platformMaintain student charts and records to ensure individual and programmatic milestones are being met.Refer students to additional support services as needed. Ensure services can be provided remotelyParticipate in civic and community building efforts and activities as assigned via East Side House Community Development.Identify and establish linkages with community organizations to identify additional resources and supports for students and families.Arrange virtual and remote field trips, special events and extracurricular activities.Build strong, positive relationships with school leadership, teachers and administrative staff membersEducating students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing; advising students and families as they go through the process; and helping students and families aspire realistically and choose wiselyAttend all necessary administrative meetings, program trainings and staff development. Meetings may require virtual attendance.Participate in special yearly student-based projects.Meet with each student on caseload remotely to create a needs-based assessment and set academic, attendance and behavioral goals as needed for each student.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.QualificationsTo perform this position successfully, the Student Advisor must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment. Additional qualifications include:Education / ExperienceB.A/ B.S.W. with at least two years’ experience with youth-related work.Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work effectively with school aged youth, educators, families and communities from a wide range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds.Experience working in school-based settings (Middle, and /or High School), with knowledge about tenants of community organizing, student support services, and youth development theories.Ability to work collaboratively, with strong relationship building skills.Knowledge and experience in WordPerfect/ Microsoft Word and other applications.Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.Some nights and weekends.CompetenciesSelf-motivated and eager to create a positive difference in the lives of studentsStrong communication skills and dedicated to working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and support staffExcellent organization, problem-solving, and time management skillsSufficient technology skills including the ability to learn new software and programs, complete digital paperwork requirements, communicate effectively via email, and has a willingness to learn new skills/complete basic troubleshootingClearanceDepartment of Education (DOE) fingerprinting.Employees must be clear to work at ESH. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings.Supervisory ResponsibilityN/A ORThis position is responsible for supervising and managing the performance of all designated employees assigned to the position within the department.Physical DemandsThis role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Expected Work ScheduleThe work schedule expected for this position is: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm/8am-4pm with occasional late evenings and Saturdays, as aligned to the needs of the program/ service. The schedule may be adjusted based on ESH’s operational needs, with notice provided whenever possible.Work EnvironmentThe position is in a school-based environment. The dress code is business casual. This job operates in a professional school environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.TravelMinimal travel is expected for this position. Travel throughout the NYC boroughs is expected for this position (on an as needed basis).EEO StatementEast Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.