Youth Programs Senior Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: June 3, 2024
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: June 10, 2024
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Academic and Student Affairs/Outreach and Engagement
Compensation Range (if applicable): $608.00 to $942.40 per assignment depending upon program
FLSA Status: Exempt
Temporary one week assignment
Time Type: Full Time
Benefits Eligible: No
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Limited/Temporary
These are week long, overnight positions (lasting only 1 week) in late June and early July.
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: No
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Work Location Type: On-campus
Work Hours: Saturday-Sunday (10 am - 9 pm) Varying breaks and rotating shifts throughout each day. Hours are subject to change with notice.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Youth Programs Senior Counselors will serve in week long positions (lasting only 1 week) in late June and early July and must be enthusiastic, high-energy, responsible, mature, and emotionally stable individuals who enjoy working with youth. Candidates should have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. The Senior Counselor should be an outstanding
role model for participants. Counselors must model responsible behavior including punctuality, appropriate attire and good personal hygiene, positive attitude, compassion, wise decision-making, and intellectual curiosity.
 

Senior Counselors should establish good relationships with students by initiating conversations and activities, conducting living group meetings, and ensuring that all students feel included and welcomed.

Each Senior Counselor will be assigned to supervise 8-12 students during those times when students are not involved in classes. The time commitment for the job is considerable. Depending on the camp, the students will range in age from 10-18 years; depending on the student there may be a need for high level supervision. Senior Counselors are an integral part of the supervision required. Counselors must have the self-discipline to manage sufficient rest needed for maintaining a high level of enthusiasm and supervisory responsibility during a rigorous daily/week schedule.

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Counselors must be at least 18 years old.
• Counselors must have recent experience as a college or university student and have completed their freshman year to be able to accurately represent the college experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Lifeguard and first aid certifications are a plus

Essential Functions

Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive:

(90%) Duties Include

• Be directly responsible for 8-12 students assigned to your supervision.
• Lead group activities with your group, and be available for counseling, problem solving etc.
• Assist students with minor first aid, and be familiar with and provide support of regular medication needs as outlined by parents/guardians.

(10%) Duties Include

• Prepare for and participate in workshops, recreational activities, and evening programs with your students and the larger camp population. Provide additional support to fellow staff members as needed.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism to effectively handle a broad range of sensitive interpersonal situations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures whe