About SUNY Cobleskill: The State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is an accredited polytechnic college that is primarily baccalaureate and residential. SUNY Cobleskill is one of few institutions in the United States where an undergraduate student may also choose to earn an associate degree. The College has an enrollment of approximately 2,500 students in 59 programs divided into two schools, Agriculture and Natural Resources; Business and Liberal Arts & Sciences. An economic engine for rural New York, SUNY Cobleskill is home to a wide array of extended learning and professional development opportunities. Modeling experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing small classes, excellent facilities, and a hands-on learning environment. Whether students plan to further their education or begin their professional careers, they graduate with the foundation to pursue their goals and to succeed.
Job Description: This position is offered by the SUNY Research Foundation, which is located on the SUNY Cobleskill campus However, the physical location of this position is at the Schoharie Central School in Schoharie, NY. Employment is not affiliated with the State of New York or the State University of New York. The SUNY Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit entity that administers research projects for SUNY campuses, The SUNY Cobleskill Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) is a New York State Education Dept. grant-funded dropout prevention program serving youth in grades 6 through 12, and their families, in 7 school districts within Schoharie and Delaware Counties. LPP partners with the SUNY Research Foundation to administer this grant. LPP strives to ensure that program participants graduate from high school and enter post-secondary education and/or the workforce as highly competent young adults. This Advocate position will be located at the Schoharie Central Jr/Sr High School. The Advocate position involves the delivery of services in the areas of academics, social/emotional development, life skills, goal setting, mentoring, leadership, service learning, and college and career readiness. The position involves representing LPP in the school building and larger district, interacting with district personnel, understanding and adhering to district policies, and advocating for LPP youth in the district. Delivery methods will include, but not be limited to, one-on-one or small groups during the school day, field trips, workshops, and the occasional after school and evening event. The Advocate will engage parents/ guardians, refer youth and families to appropriate services, adhere to NYS mandates reporter policies and SUNY Cobleskill's Child Protection Policies, and maintain confidentiality. Other responsibilities include: complete personal learning plans with students, conduct a social-emotional assessment with students, keep accurate records of student and family contacts, submit data in a timely manner, attend professional development, coordinate delivery of services with LPP and district staff, and any other tasks that may be necessary to meet the goals and objectives of this LPP as well as the individual students and families it serves This position will report directly to the LPP Project Director. Desired skills and strengths: strong interpersonal skills (active listener, empathetic, dependable, genuine, patient), flexible, respectful of all, honest, a team player, but able to work independently, adaptable, strong verbal and written skills, organized, and detail-oriented.
Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of experience working with adolescents
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree
- 1+ years of experience working with adolescents in a school setting
Additional Information: - Hourly Rate: $17.30/hour
- Part-Time: 30-35 hours/week
- Annual Length of Assignment: 10-months (September-June)
- Position Location: Schoharie Jr/Sr High School, Schoharie, NY
Research Foundation for SUNY offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Research Foundation for SUNY at SUNY Cobleskill will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, creed, religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, gender identification or expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, status as a domestic violence victim, recently separated veteran, or other characteristics as protected by law. Please feel free to review your equal employment opportunities protections and laws pertaining to these protections at