Engineering Scholars Program Camp Counselor-4

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Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
STEM Outreach
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking to hire 2 counselors to support the 2023 Engineering Scholars Program (ESP) camp this summer at its campus, held June 11-17, 2023. UALR will provide you with parking, lodging, and meals to facilitate your attendance during the one week program. During the one week program, you will be required to stay on campus with the students and be on call at all times. As a ESP Counselor, your duties include, but are not limited to, observing all rules and regulations established for the ESP and campers and enforcing such rules, monitoring student behavior and adherence to the dress code, recognizing and responding to opportunities for problem solving with the students, providing opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns, and supervising students during meals. In addition, you will be required to promote student participation in evening program activities, observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques, report behavior and other problems immediately to the Program Director, and observe students daily for illness and/or injuries. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a high school education and at least two years of college courses;
• Good customer service skills;
• Must be able to reside on campus in campus housing for the entirety of the program;
• Must have experience working with middle and/or high school students;
• Must be able to work with minors and respond to emergency issues on campus;
• Will not hold other employment for the duration of this assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in counseling, social work, summer camps/programs and/or housing and residence life;
• A degree in counseling, school counseling, social work, or education;
• Possess an Arkansas Educator Licensure or Arkansas School Counselor Certification.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observing all rules and regulations established for the ESP and campers and enforcing such rules;
• Monitoring student behavior and adherence to the dress code;
• Recognizing and responding to opportunities for problem solving with the students;
• Providing opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns;
• Supervising students during meals;
• Required to promote student participation in evening program activities;
• Observe student behavior;
• Assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques;
• Report behavior and other problems immediately to the Program Director; Observe students daily for illness and/or injuries.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General skills knowledge of Computers including but not limited to Google Docs, Google Sheets, and email skills;
• Ability to complete assigned duties individually and with strict deadlines;
• Ability to accomplish assignments without constant supervision;
• Ability to work as a team player;
• Knowledge of STEM Summer Programs, University, and Campus Living policies;
• Ability to multi-task with projects on changing schedules;
• Ability to climb stairs;
• At all times, act as a positive representative of the University, and abide by all policies and regulations.

Additional Information:
Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position.
Salary Information:
$700 stipend
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Keith Harris, Associate Director/STEM Career and Outreach Services, krharris@ualr.edu;
Dana Ball, Finance Director of DCSTEM, dgwhite@ualr.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Benefits Eligible:
No