Upward Bound Counselor at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Posted in Other 15 days ago.





Job Description:





Upward Bound Counselor





University Overview




The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.


Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.


The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.


COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.




Posted Job Title


Upward Bound Counselor




Job Profile Title


Upward Bound Counselor




Job Description Summary


The Upward Bound (UB) Counselor coordinates the counseling program for participants in each grade level (9th-12th) of the Program. The UB Counselor will conduct workshops and provide individual counseling pertaining to students' educational goals and career aspirations. The Counselor will also meet with parents, target high school personnel and Upward Bound staff to monitor student progress toward completing high school. The UB Counselor will coordinate the initial recruitment and selection process for new students. The UB Counselor will also interact regularly with the higher education community to assist students in gaining admission, matriculating, and graduating from competitive postsecondary institutions. The Counselor will maintain student files and ensure all proper documentation is collected and filed.




Job Description





Responsibilities:



  • Monitor student academic progress by assessing student needs and developing plans to meet those needs.

  • Maintain Access database of students and the activities in which they participate. Responsible for ensuring accurate documentation of services for each participant is maintained in every individual participant file, counseling log, and relevant program databases on a monthly schedule and kept current.

  • Liaison with target high school personnel to gather educational information (standardized test scores and grades).

  • Coordinate initial recruitment and selection process for new students.

  • Assist students with completion of college/university applications and FAFSA.

  • Assist students with scholarship searches and completion.

  • Meet with fellow staff members to update them of student progress.

  • Supervise graduate intern.

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.






Qualifications:



A Master's Degree with a concentration in one of the following areas: Counseling, Education, or Social Work preferred and 2 years to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with high school students and ability to motivate students to reach their full potential. Demonstrated commitment to post-secondary access for public school students. Knowledge of the School District of Philadelphia and the Upward Bound philosophy is a plus. Must be highly organized and possess strong oral, written, and presentation skills. A strong ability to utilize data management technologies, such as Access and Excel, as well as other Microsoft Office applications. Ability to successfully utilize technologies required for program administration such as Workday. Demonstrated experience with virtual learning environments such as Zoom and Canvas.



Budgeted Pay Range:



$40,000 - $45,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.



Application Requirement:



A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.




POSITION CONTINGENT ON GRANT FUNDING.






Job Location - City, State


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania




Department / School


Provost Interdisciplinary Programs




Pay Range


$36,401.00 - $55,814.33




Affirmative Action Statement


Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.




Special Requirements


Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.




University Benefits





  • Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.



  • Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.



  • Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.



  • Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.



  • Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.



  • Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.



  • Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.



  • University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.



  • Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.



  • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.



  • Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.



  • Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.







To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay





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