College & Career Advisor 1
The mission of Project Youth+ is to increase opportunities for youth to thrive in school, careers and life.
Our team serves low-income, first generation and underrepresented youth in 6th grade through post-secondary education/training. Project Youth+ goals are to increase the number of students who graduate from high school and successfully complete postsecondary education or career training. The College and Career Advisor 1 will report to the College+ Manager and be responsible for providing an array of school-based and community-based services, resources, and opportunities for students.
Responsibilities
School and Community Connections
Establishes and maintains effective linkages with schools and partner organizations
Helps build a “college-going” culture among students
Provides opportunity for students to engage in community service projects
Provide monthly data to school district
Provide afterschool programming if required by the District
Student Skill Building Services
Facilitates program orientations and meets with TRIO students once per month
Builds college/career awareness, knowledge and readiness
Helps students complete FAFSA, college applications, scholarship applications, etc
Helps students link interests and strengths to college/career plans
Expands opportunities to students to participate in career related learning experiences
Enhances access to occupational skill training, job shadows and work experience
Facilitates and chaperones college, vocational training and work site visits
Student Support Services
Monitors academic grades, intervenes rapidly, recognizes progress/excellence
Facilitates tutoring, study skills training, and case management
Facilitates educational, cultural and recreational outings
Reduces barriers to school/community/pre-college activities
Expands access to leadership camps, career fairs and pre-college and career activities
Expands summer program access: camps, volunteering, crews, academics
Develops strong resumes through activities, awards, leadership and service
Provides follow up support into higher education, training and early careers
Relationships and Cultural Competence
Develops strong inter-personal bonds with families, youth and community partners
Demonstrates a passion for serving low income and under-represented youth and families
Demonstrates cultural competence working with youth and families from diverse social, economic, ethnic, educational and cultural backgrounds
Mentors, advocates, and counsels students to develop resiliency and strengthen life skills
Encourages and/or develops family support to bridge school, college and career transitions
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Associates Degree plus two years of experience, or Bachelor`s Degree
Prefer youth development, prevention, anti-poverty program, or education experience
Ability to provide outreach college/career preparation services to schools on a flexible schedule that includes evening, weekend, and school vacation hours
A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle for outreach activities
Ability to clear a standard criminal background and driving records check that is acceptable to school district partners
Bi-lingual/Bi-cultural is preferred
Terms of Employment & Compensation: Starting salary range is $43,870 - $51,000, plus a 3% bilingual differential. We offer a generous benefits package that includes: health, dental, vision, and, paid vacation and sick time, and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position.
How to Apply: Please submit a detailed resume that speaks to the responsibilities and qualifications listed above. Please submit your materials in by email to Brenda Aguilera at [email protected]. Project Youth+ will review applications on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply prior to March 31, 2024. Project Youth+ is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring staff that represent the communities we serve. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Racial, ethnic, and religious minorities, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Please visit our website www.projectyouthplus.org to learn more about Project Youth+, our programs and our services.