Advisor (Student Advocate), Inspiring Start - Temporary - Monroe Community College : Job Details

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Grant Positions Posted On: Thu Dec 21 2023 Job Description:

Function of Position:

Under the supervision of the Inspiring Start Coordinator, the Student Advocate will be responsible for the onboarding and case management of students in the Inspiring Start program.

*This is a full-time grant-funded temporary opportunity that may renew yearly. This opportunity is eligible for paid time off and benefits.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

Onboarding Students into Programs:

+ Work with Admissions on student referrals for the programs

+ Conduct intake of applicants

+ Assist students through the placement and registration processes

Case Management:

+ Track student progress to goal achievement

+ Refer to community resources

+ Connect students to on-campus resources

+ Work with college systems and software to manage caseload

+ Advise students' academic and non-cognitive needs

+ Conduct and coordinate workshops

+ Transition students to the next academic step of their path

+ Communicate with faculty and coordinate interventions for academics, behaviors, and attendance

+ Respond to Starfish flags

+ In concert with students, develop realistic career and education goals and plans

Other:

+ Report on the persistence, retention, and completion objectives of students in the programs

+ Meet weekly with faculty to discuss student progress

Secondary Functions:

+ Performs additional duties as assigned

MCC Expectations:

+ Adheres to the College Code of Conduct

+ Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment

+ Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College

+ Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college

+ Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

+ Earned Bachelor's in social work, human services, education, psychology/counseling, or related field.

+ Experience advising or counseling underrepresented students

+ Adept at learning new technologies

+ Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends and at all campus locations

+ Experience in higher education, education, human services or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master of Social Work, licensed counselor

+ Two years advising or counseling underprepared students

+ Understanding of trauma-informed practices

+ Knowledge of the mission of community colleges

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $42,000 to $45,500 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

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