College Advising Coordinator

Site: The Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc.

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Job Summary

Summary:

Responsible for coordinating planning implementing and managing healthcare-related programs and services for youth focusing on promoting health education wellness and access to healthcare resources for children and adolescents within the community. This position works closely with healthcare professionals schools and community organizations to ensure that youth programs are effective inclusive and aligned with the organizations goals.

Does this position require Patient Care No

Essential Functions:

-Coordinate healthcare programs targeting youth focusing on health education wellness and preventive care. Ensure that the programs meet the needs of diverse youth populations and address relevant health issues.

-Organize workshops seminars and events to educate children and adolescents on important health topics such as nutrition mental health substance abuse and sexual health. Facilitate partnerships with schools community centers and other youth-serving organizations to extend outreach efforts.

-Work with pediatricians nurses social workers and mental health professionals to deliver comprehensive health services to youth. Coordinate with medical staff to provide screenings immunizations and health checkups as part of the programs.

-Engage directly with young people to ensure they have a voice in the design and implementation of health programs. Advocate for youth-friendly healthcare services that address the physical mental and emotional well-being of participants.

-Track program participation outcomes and effectiveness using data collection tools. Prepare reports for senior management and funding bodies to demonstrate program impact and identify areas for improvement.

-Assist with the budgeting and allocation of resources for youth programs ensuring that funds are used efficiently and effectively. Procure materials equipment and supplies necessary to run programs smoothly.

-Ensure that all youth programs comply with healthcare regulations safety standards and organizational policies. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal requirements related to child and adolescent healthcare services.

The College Advising Coordinator supports the development and delivery of college access and post-secondary advising services for high school students participating in Mass General Brighams Youth Programs. This position plays a central role in preparing students many of whom are first-generation and from underrepresented communities to explore plan for and pursue higher education and career pathways.

The coordinator provides individualized and group-based college advising facilitates workshops and fosters strong relationships with students families schools and post-secondary institutions. This role requires knowledge of college access processes strong facilitation and interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to educational equity and youth development.

This position reports to the Senior Program Manager Summer and Alumni Program and works closely with other Youth Program staff and partners to ensure a high-quality experience for all participants.

• Provide one-on-one advising to students in their junior and senior years focused on post-secondary planning college applications and financial aid
• Develop and lead workshops on topics such as the college application process essay writing college fit scholarships and navigating financial aid
• Coordinate college exposure opportunities such as campus visits college fairs information sessions and alumni panels
• Engage families and caregivers in the college planning process through information sessions and one-on-one communication
• Track and monitor student progress to ensure advising goals are met and provide additional support when needed
• Build and maintain relationships with local colleges high schools and college access organizations to support student outcomes
• Collaborate with other Youth Program staff to integrate college readiness into broader programmatic offerings
• Support recruitment onboarding and advising for both academic year and summer cohorts
• Contribute to program planning continuous improvement efforts and outcome reporting
• Participate in evening and weekend events and activities as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of MGB Youth Programs

• Bachelors degree in education counseling psychology social work or a related field is required
• At least three years of experience in college access advising or youth development programs
• Experience working with first-generation and underrepresented students in urban school or community settings
• Knowledge of the college application and financial aid process including FAFSA and scholarships
• Familiarity with the Boston education landscape and local post-secondary resources is preferred
• 4-6 years experience with progressive responsibility in youth development college access (Upward Bound experience ideal)
• Demonstrated knowledge and successful strategies for addressing the needs of first generation and city youth
• A track record of successfully accomplishing multiple goals team building and communication skills; and a genuine enthusiasm for students
• Goal-driven approach to work with a demonstrated ability to develop a positive rapport with leaders and decision-makers from diverse sectors.
• Works well within a large complex system with multiple internal stakeholders
• Proven as a team player
• Superior verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work collaboratively to inspire motivate and focus students parents colleagues and partners
• Can do work ethic and idealism.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%)
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Hybrid

1620 Tremont Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$52000.00 - $74401.60/Annual

Grade

5

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