Live-In Residence Hall GA — Life & Career Support

Calvin University; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 6,300 - 7,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private suite in staff residence hall

Meal allowance

Job summary

Calvin University is seeking a dynamic Residence Hall and Community Living Support Graduate Assistant to support Life & Career Studies students in a traditional first-year/sophomore residence hall. You will serve as a role model, promote safety and inclusion, and work with students one-on-one or in small groups to achieve independent living goals.

Responsibilities include in-person checks, coordinating events, resolving roommate issues, arranging safe transportation, responding to emergencies,

Qualifications

• Commitment to Calvin's educational mission and Christian liberal arts values.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive student development.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising LCS Housing Manager with providing overall leadership to LCS students living on campus.
• Availability to handle emergency calls two days and evenings, including two to three weekends a month.
• Meet with LCS students individually to help problem-solve issues related to dorm life.
• Meet with LCS students individually to identify inclusive activities and facilitate peer connections.
• Help coordinate, promote, and decrease barriers to LCS participation in residence life activities.
• Work with students to promote independent living skills based on individualized goals.
• Assist in maintaining student relations by collaborating on retention, roommate negotiations, and mentoring.
• Attend a team meeting one day per week.
• Attend meetings with Residence Life, Student Conduct, and LCS staff as available.
• Participate in regular professional development and learning opportunities with other Graduate Assistants.

Job description

Calvin University is seeking a dynamic Residence Hall and Community Living Support Graduate Assistant to support Life & Career Studies students in a traditional first-year/sophomore residence hall. You will serve as a role model, promote safety and inclusion, and work with students one-on-one or in small groups to achieve independent living goals.

Responsibilities include in-person checks, coordinating events, resolving roommate issues, arranging safe transportation, responding to emergencies,