Program Advisor (Counselor 2) - Upward Bound Programs
Empowering High School Students to Achieve Their Full Potential
Join our team at Pennsylvania State University as a Program Advisor (Counselor 2) for the Upward Bound Programs (UBP) serving Mifflin County and Newport High Schools. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in helping high school students from low-income families achieve their academic goals and pursue postsecondary education.
About the Role:
Assist in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service-learning programs/activities for UBP participants
Serve as the Penn State on-site program liaison/contact with school district personnel
Provide student recruitment and programming for grant-determined school district population, parent/student events, and community stakeholders
Offer advising, tutoring, or referral services to program participants on various student services, including high school course selection, college readiness, financial aid, and career services
Develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines
Requirements:
Master's degree plus 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working with high school students, preferably in a TRIO program or similar setting
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of and experience with federally-funded TRIO programs
Experience working with low-income, first-generation high school students from diverse backgrounds
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of high school students
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Professional development opportunities
Logistics:
Remote work arrangement with occasional in-person meetings
Must work one Saturday per month from September through May
Significant summer obligations in June and July
Limited-term appointment funded for one year with an excellent opportunity for renewal
If you are passionate about empowering high school students to achieve their full potential, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Apply Now
Apply Now
Join our team at Pennsylvania State University as a Program Advisor (Counselor 2) for the Upward Bound Programs (UBP) serving Mifflin County and Newport High Schools. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in helping high school students from low-income families achieve their academic goals and pursue postsecondary education.
About the Role:
Assist in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service-learning programs/activities for UBP participants
Serve as the Penn State on-site program liaison/contact with school district personnel
Provide student recruitment and programming for grant-determined school district population, parent/student events, and community stakeholders
Offer advising, tutoring, or referral services to program participants on various student services, including high school course selection, college readiness, financial aid, and career services
Develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines
Requirements:
Master's degree plus 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working with high school students, preferably in a TRIO program or similar setting
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Effective analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of and experience with federally-funded TRIO programs
Experience working with low-income, first-generation high school students from diverse backgrounds
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of high school students
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Professional development opportunities
Logistics:
Remote work arrangement with occasional in-person meetings
Must work one Saturday per month from September through May
Significant summer obligations in June and July
Limited-term appointment funded for one year with an excellent opportunity for renewal
If you are passionate about empowering high school students to achieve their full potential, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Apply Now
Apply Now