Temporary Residential Summer Counselor

Job Summary

The Student Access and Success Department is currently seeking a Temporary Residential Summer Counselor to join their team of professionals. This position requires candidates to live on campus in campus housing Sunday through Friday weekly for the duration of the program. No exceptions.

• Directly responsible for students whose grades vary between 6th and 11th grade to assist them in developing the social, emotional and academic skills necessary to ensure high school graduation and future college success.
• Create Power Points and present college prep workshops to students.
• Act as mentors, academic tutors, and role models.
• Enforce classroom, residence hall, and program rules.
• Organize activities throughout the day.
• Supervise at all meals and most activities.
• Help move supplies from office to residence hall and back at end of summer program; could involve lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Actively work with additional counselors to implement, supervise, and support youth in all phases of programming activities.
• Always supervise and maintain order among students.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Attend all field trips as assigned.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, Social Work, or related field and experience working with children and teenagers OR equivalent education and/or experience.

• Applicants have some experience working with low-income and/or first‑generation students.
• Experience working with students within 6th to 12th grade.
• 60 college credits (minimum).
• Leadership abilities and interpersonal communication skills.
• Tutoring abilities in subject areas such as math and/or English.
• Experience with youth programs and summer camps.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of low income and the targeted youth population.
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a team setting.
• Experience with conflict resolution.
• Previous TRIO Program and Pre-College Programs (e.g., Upward Bound) experience is a plus.

Temporary

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g., dental, vision), which requires full payment on your part.

Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

• 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM

• $14.00–$18.00 per hour.

• DCF Clearance – Visit the AHCA Clearinghouse Screenings webpage for more information.
• Expanded Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprinting Check

Notice of Non-Discrimination: FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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