Post Secondary Counselor

Our Barnstable community is made up of educated, positive, and passionate individuals who genuinely care about their students and one another.We are seeking a Temporary Post-Secondary Counselor to join our team for an immediate leave replacement. This position begins immediately. While the exact length of the assignment is currently undetermined, it has the potential to last up to one year, offering a stable opportunity to make a deep impact on our student community. As a Post-Secondary Counselor , you will work 1-to-1 with students to explore their future and build strategic plans to achieve their goals after high school! Please note: Not all campuses serve grades 4 and 5, and specific details will be shared during the interview process. What You’ll Do: Provide a dynamic virtual 1:1 teaching and counseling experience to students via credit-bearing post-secondary preparation courses, and non-credit-bearing post-secondary counseling enrichment packages. Mentor students in exploring post-secondary options; 4 year college or university, 2 year junior or community college, gap year, vocational and tech or trade schools, apprenticeships, military, or direct to career and more! Navigate and utilize college and career readiness tools like SCOIR, YouScience to identify student aptitudes, interests, abilities and link them to their future goals. Read, analyze, and interpret transcripts, GPA's, and other academic records to make recommendations and provide guidance for college or university prospects. For college bound students; provide comprehensive support through the college application and admissions process, standardized test preparation plans, developing personal statement and supplemental essays, assist in distributing financial planning resources as needed, and more! Craft detailed counselor letters of recommendation and successfully navigate the college application materials submission process for students on your active roster. Communicate effectively with colleges and universities to ensure admission requirements have been met for college bound Fusion student. For non-college bound students; assist with resume building, interview techniques, career preparation, and developing professional presence. Connect and collaborate with the Nationwide Post Secondary Counseling team, supporting over 80 Fusion Academy campuses across the country and Fusion Global Academy. What We’re Looking For: 3 or more years of experience in Post Secondary Counseling, College and Career Readiness, Educational Consulting, or Higher Ed and Admissions Counseling Advanced Degree (MA, MS, MEd, or higher) in School Counseling, Educational Psychology, Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related field Barnstable PSC's must have comprehensive knowledge of the college admissions process and experience guiding students through the complex college search and admissions process. Candidates will have knowledge of alternative post-secondary options such as vocational, apprenticeships, or gap year programs and be able to support students in preparing for the workforce or finding internship opportunities. Candidates need to have an innate passion for nurturing and support adolescents. Experience with Neurodivergent Students with Learning Disabilities is a plus. Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, well-organized, entrepreneurial individual who leads and mentors with love! Culture is crucial! Barnstable PSC's connect and collaborate regularly in a remote environment. Candidates must be proficient in building trust, rapport, and relationships in a virtual landscape. Florida residentsrequirelevel 2 background screening through Benefits: We offer a package for full-time employees which generally includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability In addition to the above items, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in the following benefits: Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility Tax-advantaged commuter benefits Employee assistance program This position may also be eligible to receive a variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer. Work Authorization: Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex. Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others’ well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant. Pay Range USD $45,000.00 - USD $55,000.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fusion Academy