TRIO ETS Coordinator/Counselor

Job SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesDevelop and coordinate support services such as tutoring and skills workshops for participantsProvide direct vocational, career and academic advising to persons seeking post-secondary education including the use of technology and other data resourcesAssist enrolled participants in clarifying realistic educational goals. Identify needed support servicesAssist students with course selection and audit student grade reportsCoordinate and provide follow-up and advocacy for persons who are enrolled in the ETS programIdentify clients’ needs and refer to other social service agencies when appropriateRecruit, identify and screen secondary school students eligible for ETS services; determine and provide services neededOrient secondary school personnel to the ETS programServe as staff in secondary schools and other sites and assist persons seeking information about postsecondary programs and services of ETSMaintain a network of contacts and resources in project area to promote RIETS and all program servicesInteract with and support the staff of community-based organizations to assist them in publicizing the RIETS in low-income communities throughout the StateDevelop and maintain a referral network with schools and agencies serving minority, low income and ESL studentsCarry out direct outreach activities at secondary schools, community based organizations, community meetings and other appropriate settingsMaintain counseling caseload of program participants and documentation, reports and records. Submit monthly reports to the DirectorDevelop and maintain comprehensive knowledge and information on financial and academic assistance programs, requirement policies and procedures for use in serving ETS participantsCommunicate effectively with Project Director and all other project staff in order to ensure the continued, successful operation of the programAttend in-service and other job related trainingAssist in all project special eventsPerform other related duties as requiredRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in related fieldAt least 1 year of recruiting or advising experience with educational programs serving low-income youthsAt least 1 year of experience working within a post-secondary educational institution, college access program, or non-profit organizationPreferred QualificationsStrong interpersonal and communications skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to communicate effectively, verbally and in writingThe ability to communicate in SpanishApplicants 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.Since opening its doors for the first time on September 24, 1964, the Community College of Rhode Island has created a strong foundation as the state’s only associate degree-granting institution serving all Rhode Islanders with an affordable, high-quality education.CCRI participates in E-Verify.