Student Advisor- Smith YABC

Job Details

SMITH YABC - Bronx NY

45000.00 - $45000.00 Salary / year

Description

Position

Student Advisor

FLSA-Classification

Non-Exempt Full Time

Salary

45000 / annual

Location

333 East 151st Street Bronx NY 10451

Reports to

Program Director

Program

Alfred E. Smith YABC

Date

Jul 18 2025

Organization Summary

East Side House (ESH) founded in 1891 is a 501(c) (3) organization that has served the South Bronx since 1963. The organization is dedicated to the community and focused on providing resources and opportunities. East Side House has identified that education is the foundation for economic improvement

and through its youth education and technology programs it teaches skills to allow its students and clients to become more self-sufficient and independent. As a community resource the organization also provides services to families and a growing senior 2020 the organization began food distribution as

an additional way to provide economic support to the community we serve. Alfred Smith YABC is a small academically rigorous full-time New York City Department of Education program designed to re-engage high school students who are over-age and under-credited or have dropped out of high school. East Side House Inc. is directly responsible for the administration of the Mott Haven Community High Schools Learning-to-Work Program which enhances the academic component by offering additional academic support career and education exploration work preparation skills development and internships.

Under the direction of the Program Director the Student Advisor will provide support over a wide variety of areas including college and career readiness academic progress monitoring day-to-day student issues social-emotional and personal development. Student Advisors will follow the Primary Person Model where they will be the first point of contact for students parents and staff members. It is expected to work collaboratively with our partner school faculty and staff to ensure each students academic success.

Primary Functions

Duties and Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to the following :

Be a primary person of contact for a caseload of approximately 50 students

Conduct intake interviews with students and family members

Conduct daily attendance academic and social-emotional outreach via phone remotely or home

visit

Consult with guidance counselors on student credit accumulation graduation date and

post-secondary plans

Consult with teachers and provide feedback to students on academic performance

Refer students to academic and support services as needed

Attend administrative meetings program training and staff development. Meetings may require

virtual attendance

Meet with caseloads in a group or individual setting to assist them in their academic career and

personal goals. Some individual and group work will require the usage of remote platforms or be

socially distanced

Conduct workshops social-emotional groups interest groups or other groups for caseload

Educate students about colleges the college admissions process FAFSA trends procedures and

testing; advise students as they go through the process and help them aspire realistically and

choose wisely

Walk students through employment opportunities

Conduct informal counseling sessions for students to support their social-emotional development

Document all interactions with students on Salesforce Google Suite and other data systems as

required

Participate in civic and community building efforts and activities as assigned via East Side House

Community Development

Participate and help arrange field trips special events and extracurricular activities

Provide other program support functions as required

Maintain flexible hours and workdays some overnight trips required

Some evenings weekends and remote work required

Please note that in case of a DOE shutdown ESH will re-issue protocols accordingly.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities

duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and

activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Required Skills / Experience

B.A / B.S.W. degree is required with at least two years youth services experience.

Excellent verbal analytical written communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and multi-task.

Strong interpersonal skills and time management skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of community service / development.

Minimum intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office including Word and

Teams / Google Suite Zoom and other applications.

Interview Overview

The student advisor interview process will provide an overview of the role and allow you to showcase your authentic self. Youll be interviewed by the advising team demonstrating your communication skills and suitability for the position. A key component of the interview is developing and presenting a

captivating workshop for students focusing on a topic of your choice. Finally youll have the chance to connect with staff from our partner the Department of Education gaining valuable insights into the collaborativenature of the role. Serious applications only are considered as we prioritize providing a

comprehensive and valuable interview experience.

Competencies

Problem Solving / Analysis

Communication Proficiency

Customer Service / Client Focus

Teamwork Orientation

Time Management / Ability to meet deadlines

Required Clearances

Department of Education (DOE)

COVID Vaccine As a recipient of Federal State and local funds all staff are expected to be fully vaccinated or able to obtain vaccination before their start date

Expected Work Schedule

This is a full-time position. Monday Thursday 12 : 30PM- 8 : 30PM Friday 9 : 00AM- 5 : 00PM

Some evenings weekends and remote work required. Maintain flexible hours and workdays some

overnight trips required. Workdays / hours subject to change based on ESHs needs and pending school

schedule.

Supervisory Responsibility

The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Business casual. This job operates in a school office environment. This role routinely uses standard office

equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.

Travel

Minimal travel is expected for this position (on a need basis). Most travel will be conducted for the

purpose of chaperoning trips attending ESH events and conducting home visits.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the

employee is regularly required to talk or listen. This is generally a sedentary role; however some filing

and site visits are required. This would require the ability to lift files open filing cabinets and bend or

stand on a stool as necessary.

To be considered for a position with East Side House visit our website : are an Equal Opportunity Employer

AAP / EEO Statement

ESH encourages people with disabilities minorities veterans and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO / AA / Vet / Disability Employer.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Anti Money Laundering,Access Control System,Catering,Assessment,Communication

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 45000 - 45000