TRiO Advisor

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts college. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the College extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

The TRiO Student Support Services Program is a federally-funded program that provides academic, career and personal advising, tutoring, mentoring, and a wide range of activities geared towards the educational enhancement, cultural enrichment, and retention of first- generation, low-income and students with disabilities at the University of Mount Saint Vincent.

A TRiO Student Support Services Advisor assists in the provision of individual and group advising to selected TRiO students. The Advisor provides programming geared to promoting students’ academic success. They conduct academic skills assessment and coursework evaluation. They work with the students to provides support, motivation, and guidance in decision-making. This position reports to the Director for TRiO Student Support Services.

This is a full-time, 12-month grant funded position; continuation of the position is contingent upon grant funding availability.

• Conduct personalized advising sessions to address students' academic, financial and personal needs
  
• Provide guidance on career path and graduate school opportunities, help students create actionable plans
  
• Develop and implement individualized action plans to support students' academic and personal success
  
• Keep detailed records of student profiles and progress to track development and outcomes.
  
• Address and defuse situations of conflict and crisis, providing appropriate referrals when necessary
  
• Assist students with course selection and registration processes, collaborating with their faculty advisors to align academic and career goals
  
• Partner with the financial aid office, student accounts, and registrar�s office to help students complete necessary paperwork and meet institutional and federal deadlines
  
• Design, organize, and conduct workshops and activities on a variety of topics, including academic, social, leadership, career, personal, financial, and cultural subjects.
  
• Oversee the development and execution of the TRiO mentorship and ambassador programs.
  
• Assist in developing and executing the on-campus summer orientation program.
  
• Motivate and encourage students through regular interactions and discussions.
  
• Collaborate with university departments, faculty, tutors, and academic support staff to advocate for and address the academic needs of TRiO students.
  
• Work closely with the director and staff on future projects and tasks to ensure accurate and efficient program evaluation and expansion.
  
• Plan and participate in annual national conferences.
  
• Assist in hiring and supervising up to three student workers.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

• + Bachelor�s degree, preferably in education, counseling, or social sciences; Masters Preferred
  

+ Strong preference for candidates with experience in counseling and/or advising college students

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student population, both individually and in groups

+ Experience in academic youth programs, non-profits, or higher education, with exposure to crisis intervention and/or advocacy counseling

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

+ Must be open-minded, non-judgmental, and capable of interacting with and advising diverse groups.

+ Genuine interest in assisting low-income and first-generation college students overcome challenges and succeed

+ Energetic, engaging, and positive personality with the ability to encourage student participation and engagement in the program

+ Willingness to work flexible hours as needed, including on-campus overnight stays during the TRiO summer orientation program

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new computer database systems.

• PTO and Sick days
  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
  
• 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
  
• Voluntary Life Insurance
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
  
• Employee Assistance Program