Student Life Counselor
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 12, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Counseling, Minority & Multicultural Affairs, Other Student Affairs, Residence Life, Student Activities & Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Title
Student Life Counselor
Additional Information
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
10 Month At-Will
Position Function
Work with high school students to make significant contributions to their academic, personal, social, and physical development; encourage involvement in Indiana Academy programs and events; provide opportunities for problem solving and honest feedback; plan and support activities and be involved in student retention efforts; maintain a healthy relationship with the students while remaining professional at all times. (10-month contract)
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university by date of first pay period.
Minimum Experience
Experience working with students or youth of any age; or experience as a volunteer, working with, or helping others in a school, in-home, or any other setting
Minimum Other
Possess and maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy; must be 21 years of age.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Experience as a resident assistant or summer residential camp counselor; experience with gifted high school students.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Academy Student Peer Assistants.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
Indiana Academy:800140
Department Information
This is a 10-month, full-time, live-in position that is renewable annually upon good review. We only house the employee and cannot house any spouse, significant others, children, dependents, and/or pets. You must have a valid driver’s license for at least three years and be insurable under the Ball State Fleet insurance policy. The starting salary is $27,360 for your 10-month contract. We provide a furnished apartment; there is no commute,¬ and your housing costs (heating/cooling, internet, utilities, repairs, etc.) are covered. Each apartment includes a private bathroom and bedroom space. Additionally, the apartment has a living room/office space that is shared when on duty but functions as a private living room when off duty. Full university benefits including health insurance, retirement, and tuition remission are offered/included. There is no meal plan included with this position, though meals are provided during the two weeks of initial training. Because you are working with minors, you will need to pass a background check and complete additional training.
Department Email or Phone Number
5-8124
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Willingness and commitment to work with the Academy’s high school students regarding the following areas: be a positive role model and example to others; protection and safety of all residents of the building; addressing conflict resolution; addressing all behavior concerns and problems; counseling and referrals; encourage students to do community activities and events; facilitate recreational and/or intramural activities; communicate maintenance needs to the Associate Director of Residential and Student Affairs; work with teachers supporting students in academic endeavors; know all students by name that reside on appropriate floor by first midterm.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Assess and provide feedback to students regarding residence life coping skills.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Provide supervision of students; be timely, effective, and consistent in confronting and re-directing behaviors that are contradictory to the mission and the goals of the Academy with confidence and consistency.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Participate in the orientation program and retention efforts by students.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Participate in staff training and development sessions.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Supervise one or two Academy Student Peer Assistants.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Provide programming for the residence hall: responsible for 10 programs/activities per semester; plan, organize, and implement weekend activities a few times per semester; support Peer Assistants in planning and implementing programs for individual floors.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Enforce all Academy regulations and policies.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Communicate regularly and be an effective resource to students, parents, teachers, and other professional staff.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Keep all documentation up to date and professional.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Complete various desk duties, rounds check-ins and curfew checks as part of daily residential operations.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Work cooperatively with floor co-professionals and team leaders.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Perform duties as assigned and scheduled by the Director of Residential and Student Affairs and/or the Associate Director of Student Life, including Staff Meetings/Staff Development once a week; individual meetings with Associate Director of Student Life once per semester; meetings with team leader to plan team programming; be responsible for an extra duty assisting the Department of Student Life.
Ranking
14
Job Duty
Transport students in cases of emergency, athletic practices, and general transportation needs as required.
Ranking
15
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100838P
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Desired Start Date
12/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/12/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/28/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Inclusive Excellence Statement document, describe your vision for inclusive excellence, or diversity, equity, and inclusion in 1-2 pages. Include how your past experiences have shaped your vision and how it shapes your approach to the role Student Life Counselor.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Inclusive Excellence Statement
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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