Student Advocate Counselor: Counseling & Wraparound

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services seeks an Advocate Counselor to provide individual, family and group counseling, case management, advocacy and crisis intervention for overaged, under-credited students. The role involves collaboration with GSS and DOE, supporting post-secondary planning and connecting with resources to help students meet graduation requirements.

You will coordinate wraparound services, participate in planning and group sessions, and contribute to data reporting while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescent/young adults individually and in groups.
• Experience in a school setting is helpful.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and wraparound support for 50+ students.
• Provide individual, family and group counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Engage in family outreach and involvement.
• Develop and implement planning for students on caseload.
• Develop and implement groups/workshops aligned with student needs.
• Assist students in attending school regularly and connect with resources.
• Support post-secondary planning, financial aid and college or vocational trips.
• Able to collaborate with GSS and DOE team members.
• Generate data for statistical reports and ensure paperwork is completed.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Post-secondary planning

Outreach

Collaboration

Job description

Good Shepherd Services seeks an Advocate Counselor to provide individual, family and group counseling, case management, advocacy and crisis intervention for overaged, under-credited students. The role involves collaboration with GSS and DOE, supporting post-secondary planning and connecting with resources to help students meet graduation requirements.

You will coordinate wraparound services, participate in planning and group sessions, and contribute to data reporting while maintaining a