
Overnight Counselor
Job Title – Overnight Counselor
Overview
- This is a third shift primarily sleep position with hours from 12 am-8 am. At times, you may have to be awake if an attendee needs assistance or support. There will always be an on-call supervisor for assistance if needed.
- As an Overnight Counselor, you will play an active role in providing positive experiences to young adults aged 14-21 with and without disabilities visiting the U of Iowa Campus.
Counselor Responsibilities
- Report directly to the Program Director
- Perform duties assigned by the Program Director
- Report all incidents in and around the institute to the on-call supervisor.
- Report to the on-call supervisor any cases beyond their disciplinary efforts (e.g., when students refuse to cooperate).
- Ensure that attendees are in their rooms during the overnight hours – this includes a room check at 12 and 3am.
- Interact directly with attendees in the residence hall.
- Provide support to attendees in the residence hall, including promoting effective study and living habits.
- Supervise students to get up and ready for the day’s activities such as breakfast and field trips.
- Provide support and supervision during breakfast.
- Model and encourage acceptable social behaviors.
- Establish and maintain rapport with attendees. Serve as a role model in areas of personal appearance, communication, interpersonal skills, decision-making, and responsibility.
- Model and instruct attendees on how to meet behavior expectations according to social norms
- Assist attendees with concerns that may arise and aid when needed.
- Help attendees develop self-confidence and positive attitudes.
- Implement University policies.
- Accurately record and submit hours worked.
- Assist with program opening and closing activities if available.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Availability to work overnight
- A minimum of 13 years of education (completed at least one year in college).
- Team player
- Positive attitude
- Ability to think quickly in fast paced situations
- Patience, organization, and desire to see others succeed
- Successful completion of criminal background check
Desired Qualifications
- Previous and or current Resident Assistant (RA) experience
- Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is strongly encouraged.
- Degree or seeking a degree in the field of education, STEM, or related field
- CPR/AED/First Aid certified
- Bloodborne Pathogen certified
Work Hours
- June 9-13 – Mandatory Training
- June 16 – June 20 – INSTI Camp (minors)
Training Requirements
- Criminal Background Check upon hire
- Minors on Campus Online Training
- Attend trainings that occur June 9-13
Rate of Pay
- $17 per hour