Summer Academy Youth Counselor - Springfield, United States - Missouri State University

Description

• Maintain appropriate and professional relations with students.
• Model appropriate behavior; model participation in activities.
• Positively reinforce appropriate behavior and restrict student behaviors that are inappropriate; respond to any student's gross motor, verbal, or emotional behaviors which may jeopardize the safety of the student or others.
• Follow, and enforce all program and Missouri State University policies.
• Promptly communicate needs and concerns to appropriate staff.

• Monitor student progress and report to program staff.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for students.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Help students develop social and emotional skills.
• Work effectively with other counselors, teachers, and program staff.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and guardians.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Provide or assist with an elective activity and an athletic activity if applicable.
• Supervise students during all meal times, free times, elective activities, athletic activities, study hours, and weekly reward trips.
• Assist instructors as needed.
• Be on call to assist with classes or emergencies.
• Transport students as needed in MSU cars or vans if/ when applicable.
• Be responsible for gathering and returning equipment, vehicles, or supplies used in program activities.
• Run errands and shop for supplies.
• Attend a required paid Summer Staff Training week, held before the start of SAA. May 23rd- May 31st
• Attend the End of Summer Cultural Reward Trip July 12th-17th.

• Assist students with academic assignments and test preparation.
• Facilitate study sessions and provide individualized support.
• Facilitate an elective course if applicable
• Facility weekly workshops if applicable
• Work with other staff to organize and provide Supplemental Instruction/tutoring for supervised study 1 hour each evening.
• Communicate regularly with faculty concerning Supplemental Instruction/tutoring needs and the academic progress of students.

• During the residency week June 23rd-June 28th, YCs are required to live in a residence hall at Missouri State University providing overnight supervision for students in the program. YCs are on-call during the night hours.
• Assist with daily routines, including wake-up, meals, and bedtime.
• Supervise students during free time and evening activities.
• Be present and attentive during on-campus educational and cultural enrichment programs.
• Lead small group activities to foster teamwork and communication.
• Address student concerns and mediate any conflicts that may arise.
• Work in conjunction with other residential staff to provide personal, social, or skill development programming for approx.20 program participants.
• Monitor conditions of the residence hall rooms and report any problems.
• Regulate student behavior and take disciplinary action according to the program Student Handbook. Communicate all problems promptly to the Program Director
• Ensure that there is no traffic between the girls' and boys' dorms.

• Ensure student safety and well-being during travel and throughout the trip.
• Adapt supervision techniques to the new environment and activities.
• Assist with logistics and chaperone students during planned cultural and educational excursions.
• Build upon existing relationships with students and continue to provide support and guidance.