COLLEGE SUCCESS ADVISOR
Who We Are and What We Believe
Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nonprofit organization dedicated to partnering with degree-aspiring students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds. We provide one-on-one support to help students navigate the challenges of accessing and succeeding in college. Today, we serve over 7,000 students across multiple regions.
What You Will Do
Follow Bottom Line’s structured curriculum (DEAL) to support students in four areas: Degree, Employability, Affordability, and Life Skills.
Coach students toward reaching DEAL Milestones, such as enrolling in fall classes, creating a professional resume, and completing financial aid applications.
Conduct and document end-of-semester assessments for each student (twice annually).
Create service plans for each student based on assessment results.
Maintain ongoing communication with all students on caseload.
Lead 45-minute meetings for 18 - 21 students per week on campus.
Meet with incoming first year students over the summer to ensure a smooth transition to their new campus.
Respond to all student text/calls/emails within 2 business days.
Support students through the financial aid renewal process by appropriate deadlines.
Work collaboratively with Career Connections Team for career exploration, planning, and development.
Research and send relevant career information and resources to students.
Identify students for specific Bottom Line partner internships and opportunities, and support them through the application process.
Connect students with Bottom Line job coaching volunteers ("Go Far Volunteers").
Market Career Connections opportunities and events.
Help students resolve general obstacles by coaching them on self-advocacy and resourcefulness skills, and communicating with school offices to advocate for students.
Refer students to appropriate resources when needed.
Caseload & Data Management
Track and record student progress, using both quantitative and qualitative measures.
Enter data into the database within 3 business days of a student interaction or status change.
Enter assessments and service plans twice annually.
Manage a caseload of approximately 85 college students.
Schedule all student meetings on a weekly, or as needed basis.
Support students who have become unenrolled or who have transferred out of a Bottom Line Success school.
Secondary Responsibilities
Support student recruitment for Access and Success Direct.
Attend Success Program Events, including Recognition Night, Send Off, Success Orientation, and career-related student workshops.
Add additional program support as assigned by Team Manager.
Organizational Support
Represent the Bottom Line brand in a positive light and increase brand awareness throughout the community.
Support the Development and External Affairs team by attending events, networking with guests/supporters, and providing event logistics as needed.
Who Should Apply
Bachelor’s degree and work authorization
1 – 2 years of related work experience
The ability to make a minimum of a two-year commitment
A valid driver's license
Demonstrated commitment to Bottom Line’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Fluency in a language other than English a plus
Access to a car strongly preferred
How To Apply/Application Deadline
All applications must be submitted via Bottom Line’s Career Page. Please share your resume and cover letter. Please note: This is an evergreen job posting intended to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening at the time of application, submissions will be reviewed and considered as positions become available.
Compensation
$52,800