Summer Residential Counselor-1

University of Arkansas System•Pine Bluff, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance. The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential. You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad. Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program. Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy. As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.575.8400 .

Requirements

Must be a current undergraduate or graduate college student, or a recent college graduate.
Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher (official transcript verification may be required).
Ability to reside in the assigned residence hall for the duration of the six-week program.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to pass required background checks (if applicable).

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or youth engagement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide structured tutorial assistance to all Upward Bound students in core academic subjects.
Assist students with assignments, study strategies, time management, and skill development.
Monitor academic progress and communicate concerns to program staff.
Reinforce college readiness skills and promote academic excellence.
Serve as a positive role model and mentor to all participants.
Promote leadership, integrity, accountability, and self-advocacy.
Encourage respectful communication and appropriate peer interactions.
Facilitate small-group discussions and character-development activities.
Assist in planning and implementing academic enrichment activities and evening programming.
Support leadership workshops, team-building exercises, and college readiness seminars.
Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
Maintain a 24-hour residential commitment during assigned weeks.
Reside in the assigned residence hall from Sunday at 3:00 PM through Thursday at 5:00 PM each week for the full six-week program.
Serve as a Resident Assistant (RA) to ensure student safety, supervision, and well-being.
Conduct room checks, enforce curfew, and monitor residence hall activity.
Respond to emergencies in accordance with institutional policies.
Chaperone all program-related trips, college tours, and off-campus activities.
Maintain student supervision and accountability at all times.
Ensure compliance with travel and safety protocols.
Enforce the Upward Bound Student Code of Conduct.
Document and report behavioral incidents in a timely and professional manner.
Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards.
Model integrity, responsibility, and professionalism.
ALWAYS be accountable for your actions and decisions.
Demonstrate professionalism in communication, attire, and conduct.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Devote full attention to assigned duties while on duty. Personal business or unrelated activities during working hours are strictly prohibited.
Duties adhere to TRIO Upward Bound federal guidelines and institutional policies.
The program reserves the right to modify responsibilities as necessary.
Compensation is subject to federal, state, and local tax withholdings.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time if behavior is deemed inappropriate or if there is a violation of program policies or professional standards.