Access Advisor - RISE/SCOPE

On Point for College, Inc.

Position Overview:

The Access Advisor supports On Point for College’s Second Chance Opportunity Program with Education (SCOPE) – a six-month intensive cohort program helping young adults in Utica develop educational and career plans for sustainable life change. The Access Advisor provides individualized coaching, group facilitation, and administrative support to ensure participants successfully navigate personal, academic, and systemic barriers to achieving their SCOPE goals.

Position Responsibilities:

Programming

• Serve as a consistent presence and co-facilitator at all group sessions.

• Lead individual 1-hour SCOPE Plan check-ins and ensure completion of participant goals includingb skill-building plans for 15-20 participants.

• Recruit and engage eligible youth from Utica, especially West Utica and Cornhill neighborhoods.

• Support facilitation of workshops on literacy, conflict resolution, and resource navigation.

• Coordinate participant communication through phone, text, email, and social media.

• Provide referrals and connect participants to community, educational, and social service resources.

Administration

• Maintain participant data accurately in On Point’s tracking systems.

• Draft program communications, reports, and updates.

• Meet weekly with the Program Manager to review progress, metrics, and participant needs.

• Assist with event coordination, transportation logistics, and stipend disbursement.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience working with youth or young adults in education, social services, or community programming.

• Facilitation and coaching experience with small groups.

• Excellent communication, planning, and follow-up skills.

• Experience creating and delivering presentations and digital materials.

• Detail-oriented data tracking and documentation skills.

• Trauma-informed mindset and experience working with individuals affected by violence or poverty.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data management systems.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; evening and weekend availability required.

Compensation:

Hourly rate of $22.59

EOE Statement:

On Point for College is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in all aspects of employment and service delivery. We encourage applicants whose backgrounds reflect the populations we serve.

Benefits:

Positions receive a laptop or desktop, mobile phone, scanner, and portable printer to use so staff can work from other locations (school districts, community centers, etc.).

Holidays include Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Friday after. We also offer paid leave from 12/24 thru 1/1 to full-time employees.

On Point also:

• Covers 80% of the Health Insurance cost (individual or family plans)
• Pays the premiums for a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy while employed
• Pays the membership fees for COSTCO or BJ’s
• Covers AAA membership while employed
• Reimburses mileage for work-related travel
• Offers supplemental AFLAC healthcare plans, dental and vision plans (these are optional employee-paid programs)

If you would like to help us in transforming lives and transforming communities, consider joining our team!

please provide resume and cover letter

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.59 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23