TRIO ETS Coordinator/Counselor

JOB SUMMARY:

The RI Educational Talent Search is a federally funded program designed to assist economically and disadvantaged youth who wish to continue their education beyond the secondary level. The program provides services to eligible 6-12th graders in targeted schools and districts. The Coordinator/Counselor provides academic, career and educational counseling, as well as technical assistance with the entire admission and financial aid application process. The Coordinator/Counselor also provides motivational support and acts as advocate for program participants. This position has a limitation date and is renewed based on restricted funding.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and coordinate support services such as tutoring and skills workshops for participants Provide direct vocational, career and academic advising to persons seeking post-secondary education including the use of technology and other data resources Assist enrolled participants in clarifying realistic educational goals. Identify needed support services Assist students with course selection and audit student grade reports Coordinate and provide follow-up and advocacy for persons who are enrolled in the ETS program Identify clients’ needs and refer to other social service agencies when appropriate Recruit, identify and screen secondary school students eligible for ETS services; determine and provide services needed Orient secondary school personnel to the ETS program Serve as staff in secondary schools and other sites and assist persons seeking information about postsecondary programs and services of ETS Maintain a network of contacts and resources in project area to promote RIETS and all program services Interact with and support the staff of community-based organizations to assist them in publicizing the RIETS in low-income communities throughout the State Develop and maintain a referral network with schools and agencies serving minority, low income and ESL students Carry out direct outreach activities at secondary schools, community based organizations, community meetings and other appropriate settings Maintain counseling caseload of program participants and documentation, reports and records. Submit monthly reports to the Director Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge and information on financial and academic assistance programs, requirement policies and procedures for use in serving ETS participants Communicate effectively with Project Director and all other project staff in order to ensure the continued, successful operation of the program Attend in-service and other job related training Assist in all project special events Perform other related duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in related field At least 1 year of recruiting or advising experience with educational programs serving low-income youths At least 1 year of experience working within a post-secondary educational institution, college access program, or non-profit organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong interpersonal and communications skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing The ability to communicate in Spanish Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment visa including student visas.