Advisor

Shepherds College • Union Grove, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Advisor at Shepherds College will work with a caseload of 14-16 students to support them with their growth and development throughout the course of their time in the program. The Advisor will focus on supporting students in areas such as social behavior, budgeting, professionalism, and conflict resolution. This is a full-time position with 1st-shift hours. The position includes an on-call rotation with other Advisors to support with unexpected but infrequent situations in the evenings and on weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Must have experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

Nice To Haves

• a degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Special Education is a plus
• If you have a background as a Social Worker, Special Education Teacher, Registered Behavior Technician, ABA Therapist, or Case Manager, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advisement, personal and professional guidance, and career counseling for an assigned group of students through regular individual meetings and personal connections
• Act as the primary liaison and point of first contact between parents of advisees and Shepherds College
• Collaborate with other internal departments and community partners to ensure that each student's needs are met
• Manage behavioral issues among students and help implement behavior plans, as needed, communicating regularly with Academic and Student Life staff regarding behavioral concerns
• Complete required documentation, assessments, and communication

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Funded HSA
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• 8+ Weeks of PTO
• $1,000 Annual Retention Bonus
• Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development and Mentoring Opportunities
• Tuition Discount Program
• Free Lunches
• Free Temporary Housing (if relocating)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level