Senior College And Career Advisor

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Summary:
Senior College and Career Advisor (DYCD programs) is responsible for working with students to develop a plan for success in school; in the workplace; and in their future personal and professional endeavors. This position provides guidance and support to help clients meet their school and Career goals including implementation of research-based assessments and curricula. Some supervisory responsibility may be required
Essential Functions:

• Monitor student academic progress; communicate with appropriate personnel; and schedule interventions as necessary to ensure school matriculation/graduation.
• Develop goals with students, assist in their success, and follow up quarterly.
• Implement skill-building curriculum and research-based assessment.
• Advocate for students’ rights and well-being, and teach self-advocacy skills.
• Build and sustain relationships with family members, school personnel, and other service providers to address issues impacting student performance and success.
• Participate in and help plan student activities such as school tours, trips, and events.
• Educate, advise, and support students and parents about post-secondary options including college, technical school, and employment possibilities.
• Publicize information about standardized tests and assist as necessary in process.
• Maintain documentation of goals, report cards, case notes, and portfolio artifacts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide task supervision to Youth Advocate related to service coordination, delivery, and required documentation. Minimum Qualifications Required
• Licensed NYS Teacher
• 3 years’ direct teaching experience working with youth and young adults
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V