Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Goddard Riverside.
Job overview
The Senior College Success Counselor at Goddard Riverside supports young people and adults to persist in postsecondary education through counseling, workshops, and advocacy, impacting student success and equity in education.
Responsibilities and impact
The counselor provides individual student counseling, tracks and reports on student progress, develops curricula for workshops, manages partnerships, facilitates team meetings, administers scholarships, advocates for students with colleges, coordinates transportation, and collaborates with partner organizations.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $53,000 to $56,000 per year, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, 403B retirement plan, sick days, holidays, and paid time off totaling over six weeks.
Experience and skills
A bachelor's degree is required, with preferred 3 years of experience in youth development or educational settings, knowledge of the U.S. higher education system especially in NYC, strong communication skills, ability to work independently and in teams, bilingual Spanish/English a plus, valid NYS driver's license, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Work environment and culture
The organization values inclusivity, diversity, and respect for differences, supporting a broadly diverse team and providing a supportive work environment with remote work options and necessary technology access.
Company information
Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center are established Manhattan community-based agencies serving over 30,000 New Yorkers with human services focused on children, youth, families, homeless individuals, and older adults, committed to social justice and equity.
Job location and travel
The position is based at the Options Center in New York, NY, with frequent travel to college campuses in New York State, primarily downstate, and includes office and remote work.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as managing scholarships, coordinating transportation for students, and direct advocacy with multiple colleges, supporting over 2,000 people annually through a well-established program since 1985.
Company overview
Goddard Riverside is a prominent non-profit organization based in New York City that focuses on providing social services to improve the lives of residents. They offer a wide range of programs including housing assistance, education, employment services, and mental health support. The organization generates revenue primarily through government grants, private donations, and fundraising events. Founded in 1959 through the merger of two historic settlement houses, it has a long-standing commitment to social justice and community development.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in counseling college students, focusing on persistence, academic support, and career readiness, as these are core to the Senior College Success Counselor role at Goddard Riverside.
Emphasize your knowledge of the U.S. higher education system, particularly NYC's CUNY and SUNY systems, along with your ability to build relationships with college staff and advocate for students.
Apply through multiple platforms including the Goddard Riverside corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the right recruiters.
Connect with current counselors or staff in the Options Center division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like asking about their experience with college transition workshops or how they support first-generation college students to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'college success counseling,' 'student advocacy,' 'workshop facilitation,' 'data tracking,' and 'partnership management' to improve the chances of passing automated screenings.
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