Position Title: Student Advisor
Program: YABC
Location: TBD
General Overview: YABC is a small, academically rigorous, full-time New York City Department of Education program designed to re-engage high school students who are over-age and under-credited or have dropped out of high school. East Side House, Inc. is directly responsible for the administration of the programs Learning-to-Work Program, which enhances the academic component by offering additional academic support, career and education exploration, work preparation, skills development, and internships.
Under the supervision of the Program Director with latitude for independent judgment, the advisor will be responsible to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and ability required, but are not limited to:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct intake interviews with students and family members.
Meet with students in a group setting and individually to assist them in their academic, career and personal goals.
Conduct daily attendance outreach and home visits as necessary.
Facilitate group advisory sessions two times per week.
Consult with teachers and provide feedback to students on academic performance using a biweekly assessment.
Maintain student charts and records to ensure milestones are being met.
Refer students to academic and support services as needed.
Arrange field trips, special events and extracurricular club activities.
Attend administrative meetings, program trainings and staff development.
Participate in civic and community building efforts and activities as assigned via East Side House Community Development.
Maintain flexible hours and work days.
Must be able to work 1pm-9pm
Several evenings and Weekends required
Other duties as assigned by the School Director and immediate Supervisor.
Education/ Experience:
B.A/ B.S.W. with at least two years experience with youth-related work.
Excellent verbal, analytical, writing, communication, organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team oriented environment and multi-task.
Strong interpersonal skills and time management skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of community service development.
Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and other applications.
Send Resume and Cover Letter via mail, email or fax to:
Khristofer Harrison, Director of School Based Programs
East Side House, Inc.
337 Alexander Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454
Fax: (718) 665-3817 or kharrison@eastsidehouse.org
Visit our website: www.eastsidehouse.org
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