Upward Bound Counselor

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSA union

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology invites applications for an Upward Bound Counselor in the TRIO Programs. Under the Director, you will provide academic, career, and educational counseling and assist with college admissions and financial aid processes.

The role includes coordinating Saturday sessions, after-school programs, evening orientations, and a six-week summer program with residential weeks. A Bachelor’s degree in counseling and two+ years of counseling experience are required; a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, Student Personnel Services, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related fields.
• Two or more years of counseling experience, academic advising, or teaching experience at the middle school, high school, or post-secondary level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to provide overnight supervision on campus for the duration of the residential summer program.

Responsibilities

• Screen middle (8th graders) and high school students to determine eligibility.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain student data to improve outcomes.
• Develop and maintain a file on each eligible participant for education and career planning.
• Supervise and conduct group and individual counseling sessions.

Skills

Counseling experience

Academic advising

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling

Master's degree in counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Title

Upward Bound Counselor

Department

TRIO Programs

Reports To

Director TRIO Programs

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the Trio Director, the Upward Bound Counselor provides academic, career, and educational counseling, as well as assistance with completing the college admissions and financial aid process. The counselor also provides motivational support and advocates for program participants. Other services the UB Counselor coordinates include academic instruction, mentoring, and tutoring. The Upward Bound Counselor is responsible for effectively implementing and achieving all goals, objectives, and standards associated with the Upward Bound Program as outlined by the US Department of Education.

During the academic year, there are 26 to 28 sessions on Saturdays that run from 8:30 am until 2:30 pm. There is also an afterschool program that runs Monday through Thursday from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm as well as evening orientations and activities that are typically scheduled from 6 pm until 8:00 pm. A six-week summer program is conducted, with up to five of those weeks being residential. During the summer program, staff are expected to be available on campus, for overnight supervision of students for the duration of the residential program and should expect to work longer hours during the day. Saturday and off-hours work is required.

Essential Functions

• Screen middle (8th graders) and high school students to determine eligibility.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain student data, including report cards, test scores, and Personal Educational Plans to improve student service delivery and increase student outcomes.
• Develop and maintain a file on each eligible participant for use in education and career planning.
• Supervise and conduct group counseling, individual counseling, and personal development activities.
• Organize and conduct career workshops, seminars, and other educational activities.
• Conduct entrance and exit interviews of program participants.
• Assist the program director with program planning and evaluation, reviewing applications for college admission, and financial aid, assessing education needs, and developing goals of project participants.
• Conduct entrance and exit interviews of program participants.
• Must be willing to make off-site visits to target schools regularly.

Additional Functions

• Assisting in developing program proposals and preparing reports.
• Developing and implementing curriculum.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, Student Personnel Services, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related fields.
• Two or more years of counseling experience, academic advising, or teaching experience at the middle school, high school, or post-secondary level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in individual and group counseling techniques.
• Experience in conducting testing and training activities.
• Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Suite and the Google Suite.
• Work on Saturdays and during off-hours is required.
• Must be able to provide overnight supervision on campus for the duration of the residential summer program (overnight duties will be split between appropriate staff).
• Must be able to provide overnight supervision on campus for the duration of the residential summer program (overnight duties will be split between appropriate staff).
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, Student Personnel Services, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Experience working in STEM and/or K-20 education.
• Experience working with the underserved and low-income, first‑generation student population.
• Knowledge of TRiO programs is helpful.

Union

Professional Staff Association (PSA)

Range

Professional Staff -20

Compensation

$64,000.00 - $103,804.00 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, Time Type, Pay Rate

FLSA: Exempt

Time Type: Full time

Pay Rate: Salary

Additional Information

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please visit the Department of Human Resources located in Fenster Hall, 5th Floor, University Heights, Newark, NJ 07102 or call [phone]. If you have questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. NJIT is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization of each new hire.

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