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Program Counselor
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Position Number: 5640747
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Disability Services

Program Counselor

Office of the Provost, Rose Hill

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents

A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.

As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.

As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.

University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Hybrid Policy:

Please review the Hybrid Policy here.

https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of TRIO, the Program Counselor's role is instrumental in guiding and empowering high school students for their journey into higher education. The counselor will assess their academic abilities, facilitate social-emotional learning activities, and aid in career exploration. They will recruit participants and set individualized goals for their academic, personal, and financial success. Organizing educational excursions and conducting informative sessions, the counselor will assist students with college applications and financial aid and ensure they receive the necessary support. Building positive relationships with school stakeholders and community partners, the counselor will advocate for diversity and inclusion initiatives while professionally representing our program and university. The counselor must be enthusiastic about working with high school students and passionate about student success. This position requires evening and weekend hours.

Essential Functions

Counsels, advises and prepares participants for success in post-secondary education.

Determines student eligibility for acceptance into the Program.

Develops measurable personal, academic, and financial objectives for each Program participant.

Assists Program participants at partner high schools in Yonkers Public School District in exploring career pathways and promoting career-readiness initiatives.

Organizes and leads college/educational trips and hosts engaging academic, college access, and career readiness sessions.

Assists participants in their college search, helps prepare applications, and offers guidance in the admissions process. Ensures that students with various needs, learning styles, and disabilities receive appropriate support at their next institution.

Monitors planning and completion of financial aid applications and provides other services as needed.

Maintains positive relationships with Partner School Administration, community-based organizations, and parents by collaboratively working to ensure students' success and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Manages and delivers student outcome data for an assigned group of students.

Represents TRIO Programs and Fordham University in a professional manner at conferences, student trips, and with high school partner schools.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Additional Functions

Represents TRIO Programs and Fordham University in a professional manner at conferences, student trips, and with high school partner schools.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Baccalaureate degree required in education, social work, psychology, or related field.

Minimum of one year of experience in educational opportunity programs

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a culturally diverse and educationally/economically disadvantaged student population.

Knowledge of academic, personal, and group counseling, as well as individual and group techniques.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and inspire others

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office suites

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree

Minimum Starting Salary: $50,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $51,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/8195

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories