Upward Bound Academic Counselor - Student Success

Alabama-A; Normal (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The TRIO Upward Bound Program seeks an academic counselor to guide participants from high school to college, under the direction of the TRIO Upward Bound Director.

Responsibilities include advising, data entry, outreach, and coordinating with schools; occasional weekends and travel may be required. A bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and two years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (master’s preferred) in education, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Two years of experience working with low-income, first-generation students who have an academic need.
• Team player with excellent communication, written and organizational skills, strong customer service orientation, effective problem solving; able to work independently and adapt to change quickly.
• Ability to work with students, faculty and staff while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and experience with low-income, first-generation students and individuals with disabilities or similar populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment of eligible program participants and program advocacy.
• Available to work seven weekends a semester and required special events as requested.
• Academic advising sessions and documenting all advising interactions.
• Assist with data entry and maintaining data in the database.
• Assist the Program Coordinator, as needed.
• Assist with supervision of TRIO Upward Bound Program participants.
• Assist with communication with target school personnel and liaise to guidance counselors.
• Assist with participant assessments to determine counseling needs.
• Travel for TRIO-related trips and activities with program participants; some overnights may be required.
• Maintain accurate student information and adhere to confidentiality standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Social media

Public speaking

Problem solving

Independent work

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in education, psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

The TRIO Upward Bound Program seeks an academic counselor to guide participants from high school to college, under the direction of the TRIO Upward Bound Director.

Responsibilities include advising, data entry, outreach, and coordinating with schools; occasional weekends and travel may be required. A bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and two years of relevant experience are required.