Live-In Residential Counselor for STEM Academy

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Bookstore discount

Fitness facility access

Housing provided

Job summary

Western Kentucky University seeks a Residential Counselor for the Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky. This 10-month live-in position reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life and becomes a WKU employee.

Responsibilities include creating a safe living/learning environment, mentoring students, coordinating academic support, and advising student clubs, with on-call coverage and crisis response as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build mentoring relationships with students consistent with Gatton Creed.
• Effective leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make sound ethical decisions in crises.
• Willingness to serve as a role model for students.

Responsibilities

• Creates and manages a safe, healthy living/learning environment in the residence hall.
• Advises and counsels students to foster a supportive living environment.
• Develops a supportive community through programs aligned with Integrity, Compassion, and Respect.
• Provides on-call support to students on a rotation basis.
• Monitors and documents student progress in academics and personal growth.
• Provides support and referrals during emotional and physical crises.
• Coordinates academic support with Gatton staff and serves on the Student Support Team.
• Serves as advisor/liaison for clubs and activities.
• Leads Gatton study abroad programs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentoring relationships

Leadership

Crisis decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Western Kentucky University seeks a Residential Counselor for the Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky. This 10-month live-in position reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life and becomes a WKU employee.

Responsibilities include creating a safe living/learning environment, mentoring students, coordinating academic support, and advising student clubs, with on-call coverage and crisis response as needed.