Upward Bound Counselor (Bachelors Degree Required)

Upward Bound Counselor (Bachelor's Degree Required) Tahlequah, OK 74464 $44,000

• $54,000 a year
• Full-time $44,000
• $54,000 a year
• Full-time Job Summary The Upward Bound Counselor performs the functions as defined in the Upward Bound proposal and the federal regulations. Essential Job Functions
• Read and understand the Upward Bound proposal and become an expert on all components and requirements. Attend and facilitate Upward Bound Summer College
• (A 6-week program where staff live on a college campus with Upward Bound students to supervise/assist while high school students earn concurrent college credit and gain college experience.)
• Provide information about Upward Bound to the general public.
• Recruit new students to plan and conduct workshops with the currently enrolled Upward Bound participants.
• Monitor and document the academic progress of all Upward Bound participants, including collecting and analyzing progress reports and transcripts.
• Develop yearly curriculum in cooperation with other UB Counselors and the Program Director.
• Administer all required testing to students.
• Identify the academic needs of Upward Bound participants and coordinate or implement individualized academic interventions as appropriate.
• Provide academic guidance and counseling to students and families.
• Develop and maintain documentation of activities and participant records; prepare reports for target schools
• Collect and input data into the Blumen database for the Upward Bound Annual Performance Report (APR)
• Develop and maintain original program recruitment applications and other published materials needed for program administration. Coordinate logistics for various projects, including planning for and budgeting meals, transportation, and staff necessary for an event/field trip. Supervise Upward Bound students during college visits and educational field trips.
• Organize and implement special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
• All other duties assigned by Executive Director Representative, CFO and . Non-Essential Core Job Functions for All Staff
• Attends and participants in training as required.
• Adheres to and supports the agency's policies, practices, and procedures.
• Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner.
• with supervisor approval.
• Be familiar with programs' policies, procedures and operations.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions and physical demands include: Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to access all areas of the property throughout the workday. Ability to hear, talk, taste and smell. Vision ability includes peripheral, color, long distance, close proximity, depth perception and adjusting levels of focus. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move objects both short and long distances. (Staff are required to obtain assistance when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 50 lbs.) Ability to move about with reasonable accommodation, reach turn, twist and touch. Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling. Ability to communicate verbally with an excellent comprehension of the English language. Work environment will fluctuate repeatedly throughout the day. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather elements and occasionally inside of a vehicle. Working conditions can include exposure to odors, fumes, infections, dust, and dirt; which may be objectionable Working conditions and physical demands include:

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to access all areas of the facility throughout the work day
• Ability to move about with reasonable accommodation, reach turn, twist and touch
• Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling.
• Ability to communicate verbally with an excellent comprehension of the English language.
• Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated and air-conditioned environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills including professional phone etiquette. Must have flexibility with work schedule and a high level of personal integrity. Must have knowledge of service area and the educational network within the service area. Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers while retaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of the position. Must have strong computer skills including 10key, typing, scanning and emailing while utilizing electronic health records, Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word. Must have experience utilizing office equipment including phone systems, photocopiers and fax machines. Must be detail and accuracy oriented and complete tasks in a timely manner. Must be a team player with leadership ability. Must attend continuing education courses as needed.

Job Requirements:

• The Upward Bound Counselor must have excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills, and have flexibility and personal integrity.
• Employee must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and department heads while retaining strict confidentiality in all aspects of the position.
• Strong computer, typing, 10key, and phone skills are required.
• Team player with leadership ability

Required Education, Licensure and Experience Education:

Bachelor's degree from a 4-year college in an education, counseling or related field (NO

EXCEPTIONS

)

Work Schedule:

• Monday
• Friday from 8-5
• Spring & Fall Semesters-Routine Saturdays required for educational field trips and activities
• Summer College
• Mandatory participation in the 6 Week Summer College program requiring approximately 24 overnight stays at the designated host college campus.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and generous paid holidays as defined by the

QuESTT Personnel Policy Licensure & Insurance :

Current Oklahoma Driver's License. Current Vehicle Insurance in compliance with the QuESTT, Inc. Policy and Procedures. Required Travel & Vehicle Usage

• This position requires travel for professional training and accompanying students on trips.
• Requires routine use of personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Must drive a 15-passenger van for groups of students (when required).

Current CPR certificate and first aid training

Current Driver's License and Vehicle Insurance Experience:

• Must have 1 year of experience with the youth population.
• Must have 1 year of data entry experience.
• Must have working knowledge of post-secondary education & financial aid (FAFSA) Supervisory Responsibilities
• No supervisory responsibilities

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$44,000.00

• $54,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Tahlequah, OK 74464 (Required)

Work Location:

In person