26-27 PT ABE Education and Career Advisor - Evenings

Position Summary

The ABE Education and Career Advisor will report to the Director of Continuing Education and will advise adult learners enrolled in SCALE programming. The ECA will maintain a caseload of students; advises and supports students in the formulation of education and career goals and transition plans; attainment of a high school credential, development of digital skills, enrollment in postsecondary education, identification of postsecondary education and work readiness skills education, and preparation for the workforce. The ECA has a key role in ensuring that SCALE meets its goals for learners and for the program as a whole.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Coordinate intake, testing, and orientation of new learners.
• Place students appropriately so that classes are fully enrolled.
• Maintain full enrollment whenever possible.
• Provide academic, basic survival and limited personal counseling for current students.
• Make referrals for psychological, economic, and other learner needs that present barriers to persistence and success.
• Maintain learner records, including waitlists, attendance, intake assessment results, evaluations, and progress.
• Cook with individual students and classes to create education and career plans that articulate each student’s academic and career goals with an action plan to attain those goals.
• Use Internet applications to support and deliver career exploration and job search services.
• Deliver advising workshops to inform and assist students with planning education and career activities, including job readiness skills, career exploration, and job search; college and training program research, selection, and application.
• Organize and facilitate appropriate informational presentations for students about colleges, careers, immigration, health care, workers’ rights/safety, and a variety of other topics.
• Serve as a liaison between learners and teachers, and between SCALE and outside agencies/providers, particularly community partners.
• Work on learner retention and conduct follow-up as mandated by DESE/LACES system.
• Participate in department meetings and appropriate professional development activities.
• Communicate effectively with other counselors, teachers, and program administrators on student and program issues.
• Under the guidance of the Director, initiate and contribute to work on projects in curriculum development, operations, funding proposals, and/or community relations.
• Aid in establishing and maintaining the goals, philosophy, and policies of SCALE.
• Perform other miscellaneous department and/or SCALE duties as deemed appropriate by the Director.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling or related field; ABE certification or Masters/Counseling certification preferred.
• Two years successful and relevant counseling experience in adult education.
• Experience working with adult learner population as well as the 16-21 year old adult population.
• Experience working with trauma victims.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to effectively collaborate with students, teachers, and administrators.
• Oral and aural fluency in Haitian Creole, Portuguese or Spanish a plus.
• Excellent organizational, time management, oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office suite, internet/email, and career development databases.
• Professionalism in all areas of practice and all interactions with students and staff.
• Commitment to the mission of SCALE.
• Possess and model high standards for self and student work.
• Solutions-based approach to dealing with identified needs, problems and or conflict.
• Willingness to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced classroom/school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges.
• Commitment to embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Frequent walking, standing.
• Lifting/Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 20 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment).
• Physical Dexterity: Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students.
• Stationary Tasks: Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.

Terms of Employment

• Employment Status: Part Time
• Grant Funded position
• Union Affiliation: SEU, Unit D
• FLSA Classification: Non Exempt
• August - June
• Weekly Schedule: 3 Evenings per week (Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 5pm-9pm)
• Monthly meetings, third Thursday of the month, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
• Salary shall be commensurate with education and experience, in accordance with the Somerville Educator's Union collective bargaining agreement

Pre-Employment Requirements

• MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
• Fingerprints

Reporting Relationships

Position Reports to: Director of Continuing Education

Pre-Employment Requirements

• MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
• Fingerprints