"On-Site Advisor, Liberty Partnerships Program, Part-Time Hourly"

Job Description

Function of Position:

The MCC Liberty Partnerships Program On-Site Advisor (OSA) will serve as a liaison between students at their school and the LPP Program Director. The On-Site Advisor will manage a caseload of 57 students in one school building of the Rochester City School District. The OSA will meet with students to assess their academic performance, track progress toward educational and personal goals based on their resiliency assessment responses, facilitate students attending planned LPP events (e.g. workshops, college visits, field trips) and refer them to other services within the Rochester community as needed.

This is a temporary, grant funded position that may be renewed annually contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Recruit and enroll students grades 7-12 in the program by promoting the program in classes, lunches and with school staff.
• Maintain a consistent work schedule during school lunch hours, for meeting with LPP students and teachers in the building.
• Obtain and reserve private space at the school for meeting with LPP students.
• Communicate regularly with the Program Director regarding each student's status.
• Provide case management services to LPP students participating in LPP, including the following:
  • Ensure that all required forms are on file for each enrolled student.
  • Meet with students regularly to define and discuss academic performance and issues affecting their academic performance.
  • Refer students to tutoring and community-based services as appropriate.
  • Advise students regarding the college application process and assist with completing application materials and FAFSA as needed.
  • Collaborate with teachers, school counselors and other school personnel to develop individualized interventions for each LPP student.
  • Communicate bi-monthly with parents regarding their children's academic progress and to collaborate on identified interventions.
  • Administer resiliency assessments to each student on caseload.
  • Create and review Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) with each student on caseload utilizing assessment data.
  • Seek out difficult to reach students in the school cafeteria, hallways, or in classes if needed.
  • Maintain individual case notes and records to reflect time with students.
  • Maintain accurate records, including monthly contact reporting form.
• Participate in LPP professional development sessions related to the position.
• Assist in the supervision of after school tutoring sessions at the assigned target school site.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings with LPP Director for reflective supervision meetings.

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.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree required with Bachelor's work in progress in education, social work, counseling or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with an urban middle and/or high school educational environment required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, community-based partners, students, parents and LPP staff required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Established contacts/knowledge of community agencies.
• Case management experience.
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Salary: $20/hour

Schedule: Approximately 22 hours/week.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.