Dormitory Counselor

Position: Dormitory Counselor 1
Initial Posting Date:06/02/2026

Application Deadline:07/01/2026

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education Salary Range:$3,642.00-$4,954.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Dormitory Counselor 1

Job Description:

We are seeking a Dormitory Counselor (DC
1) in the Girls and Boys Dormitory, which is a part of the Residential Program, for the Oregon School for the Deaf. This position is a full-time Academic year, classified position represented by the SEIU.Monthly Salary: $3,642.00-$4,954.00 ($3,880.00-$5,298.00 PERS)
About This Role Our Residential Program is responsible for maintaining the educational mission of Oregon School for the Deaf and is designed to provide a variety of learning opportunities that promote students' academic endeavors, and which encourage their growth and development. We recognize that learning is not solely academic in nature. A large part of learning inevitably takes place outside the classroom.

We are committed to supporting that learning through the residential experiences we provide.

Our dorm counselors are committed to providing students with a safe, comfortable and well-maintained living space in an academically enriching environment.

Recruitment Timeline This position will be posted beginning June 2nd. Applications will be accepted and reviewed starting July 1st, with interviews anticipated to be held mid-July. Our goal start date for this position is August 2025.Please note that all dates are subject to change. Applicants will be notified of any updates throughout the process.

A day in life may include:

This is an overnight shift with hours from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AMProviding residential students with in-sight supervision, living skills instruction, PBIS instruction, recreational and leisure time activities, and a living environment, which is safe, clean, and visually attractive.

Planning and supervising large and small groups of students for activities such as instructional play, homework or other educational activity, organized leisure time and after school recreation activities.

Keeping attendance and continuously knowing the location, safety and wellbeing of each student under your care.

Supervising and/or participating in assisting with sports activities and other extracurricular activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED; ANDSix (6) months experience working with children or adults in a group home, foster care setting, or skilled care center.

ANDAmerican Sign Language at the PI level 3 or better (Gallaudet) or Intermediate or better (WOU) within 6 months of hire.

Link for ASLPI LevelsWOU/Bridges Levels Required training:

First Aid/CPR Training will be provided annually prior to the start of the school year, if you are unable to attend then you are responsible for finding certification training.

MANDT Training.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge (Desired Attributes):

Microsoft Word, Google suite, and practical computer skills.

Housekeeping or custodial experience.

Basic behavior intervention strategies experience.

Experience in childcare in K-12 Educational settings.

Knowledge or experience in Child care development, or child care.

What’s in it for you?

When you join the Oregon School for the Deaf, you are joining a fast-paced, creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about serving the children and families who rely on the Oregon School for the Deaf for support and growth through their education journey.

Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.

Paid days off –Some paid Holidays are covered based on the Academic Year schedule.
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year.
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month.

Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month, with increases every 5  addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.

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