POSITION: CREW LEADER/ VOCATIONAL & GED INSTRUCTOR/ COUNSELOR
LOCATION: OFFICE OF GRANTS AND SPONSORED PROGRAMS/ YOUTH CORPS
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the immediate supervisor- Director, Professional Services IV will help to develop and counsel at risk youth through an array of activities to help them overcome any barriers to their success. Professional Services IV will also provide job related information, personal counseling and basic skills instructions for the corps members.
· 100% of time is spent on NJ Youth Corps
· 20% of time is spent as a counselor
· 30% of time is spent as a crew leader
· 50% of time is spent as a basic skills/GED instructor
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Serves as an ABE/GED instructor
· Counsels and supervises Youth corps members in the office and work sites
· Develops and teaches vocational courses
· Provides individual counseling to corps members
· Develops individual service strategies for corps members
· Schedules community service programs for Youth Corps members
· Provides opportunities designed for youth at risk to analyze, develop and hone their coping skills
· Uses a variety of teaching strategies conducive to the various learning styles of the Youth Corps members
· Reinforces the development of goal setting skills of the “youth at risk”, by providing personal and career counseling
· Maintains accurate records of Youth Corps members on work site
· Performs other duties and tasks as assigned
EXPERIENCE: At least (1) one year of experience teaching high school or GED preparation program or experience in corps programs or with urban students.
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree or equivalency determined by the program’s administration and the University. Must have a NJ teacher certification or eligibility to receive certificate. Must possess skills in one or more of the following areas: counseling, teaching, museum education and medical services. Must have a valid driver’s license and be approved to operate a University owned vehicle.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
· Basic knowledge of the principles and techniques essential to performance of assigned responsibilities
· Ability to acquire and adhere to the University’s policies and procedures
· Ability to establish cooperative working relationships and coordinate with other offices and organizations that impact on assigned responsibilities
· Ability to learn computer technology and university systems to access data, maintain
· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
· Strong interpersonal skills
· Knowledge of teaching strategies and students’ learning styles
· Knowledge of motivational techniques and behavioral modification strategies
We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.
New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.
SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (833) 691-0404
CUT-OFF DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS:Open Until Filled
New Jersey City University (NJCU) is not accepting applications from third party recruiters for this position. Any resumes, curriculum vitae or applications submitted to NJCU for this position shall be deemed the property of NJCU and no commissions or referral fees shall be paid.