Coordinator, Student Success Center

STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY:

Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION:

Within our framework of a holistic, strength-focused, and family-supported practice, an individual hired as Coordinator, College Access Counselor will report directly to the Director, Student Success Center-Flushing Campus. The Student Success Center (SSC) is a youth and adult-staffed college access center that works to support college guidance teams, and grow a college-going culture for the campus. The SSC provides additional resources and tools necessary for each student to reach his/her post-secondary education goals.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, School Counseling, or a related course of study with a Bilingual extension is strongly preferred.
• At least three (3) years’ experience working with adolescents in an urban environment providing services that reduce barriers and facilitate educational success and social emotional wellbeing.
• Demonstrated ability to establish a strong rapport with an urban adolescent population and their families.
• Prior workshop/seminar development and implementation experience preferred; prior college counseling experience strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to create engaging and relevant activities for students and their families connected to college.
• Must have excellent organizational, teamwork, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a commitment of work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
• Foster and manage relationships with college personnel, including college administrators, professors, and staff who provide student support services.
• Experience working with a diverse group of students and ability to support students and hold them accountable as appropriate.
• Strong relationship-building and group facilitation capabilities, incorporating cross cultural sensitivity.
• Deep understanding of positive youth development, education learning standards and issues facing immigrant and first generation youth in the U.S.
• College guidance experience and strong knowledge of the college application, financial aid and scholarship process.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with staff to offer college readiness activities to the broader student population and to create a culture of college anticipation on the Flushing High School campus.
• Participate in regular meetings with school-based and agency staff on college and career readiness.
• Develop activities that enhance post-secondary exploration.
• Work to assure that each student creates a clear attainable postgraduate plan.
• Provide direct individual and group college advisement.
• Arrange for student participation in college fairs, tours and retreats.
• Arrange speakers and panels related to college issues.
• Provide information on financial aid and planning and assistance with FAFSA and scholarship applications, as well as applications to SEEK, EOP, HEOP, and College Discovery programs.
• Provide assistance with college choice, exploration and completion of college applications in a timely manner.
• Provide workshops for parents on financial aid and the college choice and application process to inform and to attain their support for a college option.
• Regularly update student contact information.
• Provide parent orientation for students proceeding on to college in collaboration with school staff.
• Work and collaborate with the Persistence Team to effectively transition graduating seniors into college or other post-secondary pathways.
• Maintain proper documentation of student information and meeting attendance/notes.
• Plan and implement regular meetings for alumnae in collaboration with school leadership.
• Act as a liaison with college admission offices in collaboration with school leadership as we develop deeper connections with institutions.
• Maintain all required statistical and narrative documentation. Follow completion protocol and deadlines for both school based documentation requirements and Commonpoint documentation requirements.
• Provide weekly supervision and oversight to designated high school students who are employed as Youth Leaders within the Student Success Center.
• Collaborate with Office of Student Pathways (OSP), College Access and Research & Action (CARA) and any other programmatic intermediaries to support in upholding programmatic elements and requirements.
• Participate in staff training and meetings, including school retreats and professional development.
• Participate in the planning and facilitation of classroom push-ins, workshop sessions and events.
• Participate and support in the planning and facilitation of summer institute training for all Commonpoint youth leaders.

General Tasks of Commonpoint Staff:

• Promote and implement the Core Values of the Community Center.
• Participation in all staff meetings and staff training seminars.
• Participation in agency-wide programs and program committees, as assigned.
• Active involvement, as a supervisee, in the supervision process.
• Support the mission of Commonpoint.
• Other tasks appropriate to Commonpoint staff, as assigned.

Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employers/programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

The benefits package includes comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, along with life insurance and a pension plan. Employees can take advantage of a flexible spending account and commuter benefits to help manage expenses. Paid time off (PTO) and floating holidays provide flexibility for personal time and work-life balance. The agency also offers a voluntary 403(b) retirement plan for additional financial security. Employees can enjoy various agency perks, including access to fitness centers, pool clubs, and discounts on agency programs. Additionally, the agency supports professional development through a scholarship program and a mentorship program.

JOB DETAILS:

Annual Salary: $60,000-65,000

Non-Union Position

Location: Flushing High School Campus, 35-01 Union Street, Flushing, NY, 11354

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Elizabeth Kugelman at Show email . Please indicate "Coordinator, Flushing Campus” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Commonpoint is an equal just opportunity employer

Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.