Lead Residential Counselor
About The Position
Coordinate the daily activities of Residential Counselors and Overnight Counselors. Ensure the safety, well-being, and supervision of students residing in the Summer Residential Program. Enforce program rules, curfew policies, and residential guidelines. Conduct regular meetings with residential staff to communicate expectations and address concerns. Assist with the coordination and planning of evening enrichment activities, leadership development sessions, and student engagement opportunities. Serve as the primary point of contact for residential incidents or concerns during program hours. Maintain documentation of student conduct, incidents, and residential activities. Assist with student check-in, orientation, and move-in/move-out procedures. Work collaboratively with program administrators, instructors, and support staff to ensure the success of the residential component. Provide mentorship and guidance to students to support personal growth, leadership development, and college readiness. Assist with emergency response procedures and ensure appropriate reporting protocols are followed. Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive residential environment that reflects the mission of the TRIO Upward Bound Program.
Requirements
- Must be a currently enrolled college student or recent college graduate in good academic standing.
- Preferred majors include Education, Counseling, Social Work, Student Affairs, Psychology, or a related field, but other majors may be considered.
- Prior experience working with high school students, youth programs, mentoring programs, or summer camps preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in student organizations, mentoring, tutoring, or youth development activities.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to supervise and support a team of residential counselors.
- Ability to handle conflict resolution and emergency situations in a professional manner.
- Ability to enforce policies while maintaining a supportive and positive environment.
- Must pass all required background checks in accordance with university and federal program guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the daily activities of Residential Counselors and Overnight Counselors.
- Ensure the safety, well-being, and supervision of students residing in the Summer Residential Program.
- Enforce program rules, curfew policies, and residential guidelines.
- Conduct regular meetings with residential staff to communicate expectations and address concerns.
- Assist with the coordination and planning of evening enrichment activities, leadership development sessions, and student engagement opportunities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for residential incidents or concerns during program hours.
- Maintain documentation of student conduct, incidents, and residential activities.
- Assist with student check-in, orientation, and move-in/move-out procedures.
- Work collaboratively with program administrators, instructors, and support staff to ensure the success of the residential component.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to students to support personal growth, leadership development, and college readiness.
- Assist with emergency response procedures and ensure appropriate reporting protocols are followed.
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive residential environment that reflects the mission of the TRIO Upward Bound Program.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
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Number of Employees
1-10 employees
