Head Student Advisor

Company: College Internship Program Inc
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: September 19, 2022

Job Description:

Comprehensive Benefits Package Healthcare insurance
Dental and Vision
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan (company match vests immediately)
Paid time off (15 vacation; 3 personal days per year; plus paid sick leave)
12 Observed Holidays
Fitness/Wellness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement About CIP We're the College Internship Program (CIP), and we've been helping young adults on the autism spectrum and with learning differences find success in college, employment, and independent living in our centers across the US since 1984. The Work Experience Our students are amazing, and the gratification that goes with partnering with them to achieve their goals is the reward of a lifetime. CIP's programs are specially designed to help young adults make a successful transition from late adolescence to independence. Our vision is to challenge the norms of what people with learning differences can achieve. Position Overview
The Head Student Advisor works with advisors to ensure students are on track to accomplish their goals. The Head Student Advisor acts as the communication bridge between advisors, CIP administration, and families. The Head Student Advisor is expected to manage their team of advisors in a positive, directed, and structured manner to ensure that students are receiving the services required. Objectives
Reinforce student's path on the continuum of growth from self-awareness through self-determination
Monitor student progress through goal achievement
Apprise families, external professionals, and CIP staff of student progress
Promote and encourage student engagement by utilizing Advising Processes and Tools
Coordinate with the CIP team to determine appropriate supports that assist students in a way unique to their needs Standard Activities Oversee student's personal Centered Plan (PCP) to assist advisors in establishing short and
long-term goals and secure input from the student, family, and staff
Ensure advisors are communicating twice a month with the student's family regarding progress made, activities attended, schedule changes, internship updates, and possibilities,
and any other information which pertains to the student's program plan.
Maintain records of student and advisor family communications in our electronic system
Ensure all information from other departments is communicated to advisors and parents properly.
Communicate with applicable Educational Consultants as per the guidelines
Responsible for coordinating advisor/student family meetings
Assist advisors with coaching students on banking, money management, and budgeting
Assist advisors in coaching students with setting up any necessary outside appointments
Oversee team review meetings in order to receive an update on all areas of the student's academic progress
Oversee attendance tracking document to ensure students are attending all modules and or assist the advisor in holding attendance meetings and developing action plans
Ensure advisors are performing weekly assessments on students to determine their weekly status
Supervise advising team; ensure tasks are completed accurately and timely and perform annual evaluations on reporting staff
Assist advisors in coaching their students on medication management
Host weekly advisor team meetings; fill out temp read reports and escalation reports; and address agenda items.
Other duties as assigned Competencies Superior oral and written communication
Excellent customer service, including active listening, adaptability, empathy, patience, conflict resolution
Confidence
Group leadership and initiative
Adapts to a fast-paced environment; manages time; stays organized handling multiple issues or cases.
Presents a professional appearance and manner Required Education / Experience Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field
Proficient with office utility computer software programs and a quick learner in new technologies Preferred Education / Experience Experience in the field of autism and/or learning disabilities
Special education and/or advising background, particularly at the higher education level Travel
Minimal travel outside of the local area

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