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College Access and Success Advisor

On Point for College, Inc.
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/13/2026

On Point for College, Inc.

Our Mission - We break down barriers that prevent young, underserved individuals from achieving education and career success.

Position Title: College Access Advisor

Duties:

Counsel a caseload of high school juniors and seniors in the selection, application, and admissions process for colleges, universities or other post-secondary training, while providing advice and assistance on financial aid and related applications. Conduct one-on-one college counseling sessions to explore college options. Consult with students to make their academic plan align with their future goals.

Keep detailed records of student progress, which will be used for grant reports and to improve services.

  • Knowledge of college admissions processes & financial aid
  • Strong counseling and mentoring abilities to provide individualized support to students.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with students, staff and external organizations.
  • Emotional resilience and the ability to provide guidance during stressful periods such as college application season.
  • Ability to collect and use data to inform decisions about college matriculation and other trends.

Additional Competencies:

  • The ability to foster positive relationships with high school and college representatives, and stay updated on trends in higher education.
  • Possesses a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • A collaborative mindset to work closely with teachers, school staff, and parents.
  • A proactive approach in addressing students' academic challenges and personal development needs.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 2 years of work experience preferred within an academic setting
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed/requested.

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 90% of the Health Insurance cost (individual or family plans)
  • Pays the premiums for a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy while employed
  • Offers an employer contribution to a 403B retirement plan (like 401K for non-profits) after the 1st year of service
  • 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 visiion 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 current resume

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.59 per hour

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 : $25,000

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