What are the responsibilities and job description for the FUTURE FOCUS COUNSELOR position at SCO Family of Services?
Plan and facilitate weekly groups with students, including post-secondary activity groups
Monitor student attendance and educational progress as they progress to graduation
Provide college readiness activities to ensure that graduates of EBCHS have a clear and attainable post-graduation plan
Develop activities that encourage the exploration of college as a postsecondary option and provide assistance to students with college choices, exploration, and the completion of college applications
Plan and implement parent workshops on financial aid and college choice to engage parents in college as a viable option for students
Partner with local CUNY colleges and have knowledge of how students can apply to FAFSA, SEEK, EOP, HEOP, and College Discovery
Plan college trips at local, upstate, and out of state colleges and chaperone students on trips
Assist with student referrals to outside resources, including employment, emergency shelter, day care, health services, and additional social services
Work as a collaborative team, including participation in staff meetings, retreats, and staff development, to support student progress
Provide counseling and conduct attendance outreach, including home visits and visits to work sites
Provide crisis intervention and conflict mediation and assistance as needed
Support student growth by providing continuous feedback and resources to meet the individual needs of students
Assist students in preparing financial aid, college applications, and other post-high school career and academic plans
Regularly update student contact information; follow up with graduates and maintain data on post-secondary education and employment for graduates after they leave the school.
Work as a team with school leadership and other Future Focus Counselors
Other duties as required
SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer
Qualifications - External
Bachelor's Degree Required
Prior experience working with adolescents required, including individual and group work.
Commitment to assisting students in understanding and working with the school mission and philosophy
Commitment to working as a member of a school team
Commitment to work from a strengths-based and youth development perspective
Statement
SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.