Position: Postsecondary Pathways Advisor (Redwood City)

Our Mission: To empower the youth in our community with equitable access to social, academic, and career opportunities to thrive

Our Vision: All youth grow up to lead fulfilling lives fueled by their passions, talents, and a love of learning

Our Core Values: Curiosity, Respect, Ownership, Ganas, Unity, and Equity

Organization Overview

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula (BGCP), our business is changing lives. We are a vibrant, entrepreneurial nonprofit organization that is committed to partnering with schools and the community to ensure students from low-income neighborhoods graduate from high school, ready for college and career. We are the largest expanded learning time organization in the heart of Silicon Valley, serving 2,500 K-12 students at 17 sites in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Redwood City. In neighborhoods where one third of the youth drop out of high school, BGCP members learn the importance of education and become part of a community of learners, wanting and expecting to succeed in school. In 3 clubhouses and 14 school sites, we implement proven social and academic interventions and provide engaging enrichments that most impact a youth’s achievement in school and in life.

We are also excited to announce that we are joining forces with the two Boys & Girls Club chapters in the northern part of San Mateo County to serve students from East Palo Alto to Daly City. We are rapidly growing and seeking top talent to help us fulfill our commitment to our community.

Position Overview

As a full-time Pathways Advisor, you will implement programming that prepares high school seniors with the resources, support, tools and navigational skills they need to enroll in 1-2 year postsecondary pathways. You will build relationships with Clubhouse staff and partner schools in order to help identify and support students. You will recruit a case-load of students who are interested in pursuing 1-2 year postsecondary pathways and understand their career interests. You will identify and collaborate with 1-2 year postsecondary programs (e.g., community colleges, certificate programs, job training programs, etc.). You will plan and execute 1-2 year postsecondary pathway info sessions and program site visits. You will support students with the application and enrollment into 1-2 year postsecondary programs.

This position will primarily be based at the Redwood City Clubhouse and will require travel to partner schools (e.g., Redwood High School, Sequoia High School, Woodside High School, etc.).

Typical hours will be 10:00am-7:00pm Monday-Friday, with possible extra morning, evening, or weekend hours to accommodate meetings with program partners, schools, parents, and special events.

Department: High School & Postsecondary Success (HSPS)

Reports to: Director, Career Pathways Programs
Employment Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $22.00 - $33.00 per hour (DOE)
Location: Redwood City, CA

What will you do?

• In collaboration with the Director of Career Pathways Programs, develop and implement the 1-2 year pathways advising program
• Recruit students, primarily seniors, from Clubhouse programs and partner high schools
• Build relationships with students and understand their career interests
• Coordinate logistics and facilitate program events, workshops, and opportunities
• Establish and maintain partnerships with 1-2 year postsecondary programs and partner high schools
• Develop marketing materials and promote program events
• Collaborate with other staff and school partners to engage students in programming
• Support students with program applications and enrollment (collaborate with caregivers, as needed)
• Collect and record student data to inform program needs & annual reports to stakeholders
• Provide feedback regarding programming content and delivery

What will success look like?

• 25 high school seniors enroll in 1-2 year postsecondary programs
• Demonstrate strong case management including the ability to coordinate, inspire, and motivate others
• Effectively work and communicate with teams (Clubhouse, HSPS, Schools, etc.)
• Showcase high level of communication skills, both written and oral

What qualifications will the ideal candidate have?

• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Ability to navigate complex school systems
• Postsecondary program completion, or equivalent experience
• Experience working with high school students (preferred)
• Experience with 1-2 year postsecondary pathways (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills and youth development experience
• A demonstrated ability to coordinate, inspire, and motivate others
• Great organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Strong initiative and ability to solve problems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, G-Suite, Canva, Salesforce
• Spanish fluency (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: Very competitive with other nonprofits and commensurate with experience
• Health benefits: BGCP pays 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision; 50% for dependents
• Retirement benefits: BGCP contributes up to 10% of salary to 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off policy
• Unleashing the talent of our students and staff: priceless

Onboarding Process - All requirements under the onboarding process will be covered by BGCP

• Vaccinated against COVID (unless a religious or medical exception applies)
• Complete LiveScan background check
• TB test
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Sexual Harassment Training