What are the responsibilities and job description for the College Access Coach (Families in Shelter & Supportive Housing), CAMBA College Bound (CCB) position at CAMBA?
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA College Bound (CCB) is a dual-generation approach that provides guidances to middle and high school students and their families on their journey “to and through” college. In group and one-to-one sessions, CCB offers tailored support through each step of the college selection process, including assistance with financial aid and scholarships, all aspects of the college application, college visits and tours, and more.
Position: PT College Access Coach (Families in Shelter & Supportive Housing)
Reports To: College Bound Coordinator
Location: 955 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn NY 11226
What The PT College Access Coach (Families in Shelter & Supportive Housing) Does:
- Provide one-on-one and small group advising on college access, including academic planning, application assistance, essay support, and financial aid navigation.
- Conduct outreach and workshops for students and families residing in CAMBA’s shelters and affordable/supportive housing to raise awareness of college and career opportunities.
- Support students in identifying appropriate postsecondary options, including 2- and 4-year colleges, CUNY/SUNY institutions, trade programs, and gap year opportunities.
- Assist with special programs such as college visits, financial aid nights, and parent engagement sessions.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related field required.
Other Requirements:
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in college access/advising, youth development, or social services.
- Demonstrated experience working with low-income, housing-insecure, or system-impacted youth in NYC.
- Familiarity with the NYC public school system, CUNY/SUNY admissions, and financial aid process.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and cultural competency skills.
- Ability to work independently and travel across boroughs as needed.
- Bilingual in Spanish and/or French Creole
Compensation: $21.80 hourly
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Part-time
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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