Program Counselor (78821)
Job Summary
The Program Counselor for the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) supports student success in the Yonkers School District by providing academic counseling, mentoring, and social-emotional learning (SEL) development. This role delivers non-clinical counseling support through individual and group sessions, helping students build self-advocacy, organization, and goal-setting skills. The Program Counselor also promotes college and career readiness while ensuring increased student engagement, skill development, and progress toward academic and post-secondary goals.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide academic support, mentoring, and study skills development to students
• Facilitate small group sessions focused on social-emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, and goal setting
• Support students in developing organization, time management, and self-advocacy skills
• Conduct outreach and recruit students for participation in the program
• Introduce students to college and career pathways through workshops and enrichment activities
• Track and maintain attendance for student participation and program events
• Coordinate logistics for trips, workshops, and enrichment activities
• Conduct outreach to students and families to encourage consistent participation
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and staff to support student needs
• Present program information to students, families, and school staff
• Attend and support occasional evening events such as parent-teacher nights, financial aid workshops, and college admission events
• Ensure all student data and documentation are accurate, complete, and submitted on time