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.

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