What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor I position at 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds?
Requisition #:
6813TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Permanent
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Exempt
Responsibilities
6813TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Permanent
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Exempt
Responsibilities
- Provide career and academic counseling, case management and support to members at the 1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds; ensure academic/career advisement needs are met in a variety of settings, across a range of programs, from certificates to advanced degrees
- Advise and counsel members on academic/employment options and benefits/programs available through the Training and Upgrading Fund; analyze and interpret student transcripts and records to provide academic assistance
- Refer members to appropriate academic programs (i.e. degree, certificate, preparatory); provide information over the phone, in person, online, in health care facilities and events
- Conduct Tuition Assistance College Workshops and provide development recommendations for customized workshops as needed; ensure members receive necessary workforce/career ladder and benefit information in a clear, concise and timely fashion
- Collect and analyze academic and tuition assistance data - submit information to Team Lead for quality control prior to processing; prepare member appeal documentation as needed
- Submit workshop data to administrative staff for reporting and tracking purposes; ensure timely, accurate and complete submission of tuition assistance applications for payment processing
- Establish relationships with educational institutions and external workshop facilitators; coordinate services and ensure they meet the needs of members while providing the highest level of service
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Human/Social Services or equivalent years of experience required
- Minimum two (2) years direct counseling experience in adult education, vocational/ college programs, job placement, or career management required
- Experience with health care education programs, career ladders, or City University of New York (CUNY) system preferred; knowledge of 1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds preferred
- Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Word, basic Excel and PowerPoint preferred
- Detail oriented and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines; must work well under pressure
- Excellent reading, writing and verbal communication skills; excellent presentation/facilitation and customer service skills
- Ability to maintain confidential information and handle sensitive issues, detail oriented with strong analytical ability
- Bilingual fluent in English/Spanish preferred
- Available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
Counselor
KINGS BAY YM - YWHA -
New York, NY
Counselor
Comunilife -
New York, NY
