Dormitory Counselor

Are you driven to help young people with disabilities as they prepare for the future they want to achieve! As a Dormitory Counselor for the Hiram G. Andrews Center within the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Center Operations you will have the unique opportunity to help our students prepare to succeed in the workforce and in life by providing counseling and support as part of our inter-disciplinary teams. Start the next phase of your career and make a meaningful difference in the world with us!

In this position, you will counsel students in residence halls on issues related to interpersonal skills and independent living, and social interactions. This includes monitoring and maintaining a safe and supportive environment in residence halls, orienting new students to residential life, and addressing appropriate behavior and violations of the Code of Conduct with advice and compassion.

Responsibilities also include advising students on issues impacting residential life, such as hygiene and grooming, the condition of dorm rooms, and recreational activities, as well as assisting students with punctuality, conflict resolution, stress management, and other soft skills in preparation for employment. Additionally, you will serve as an internal first responder during emergencies and transport or accompany student to off-campus activities. Help young people determine and pursue individualized goals of employment and independence with our team!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work Schedule is rotational across 3 shifts, primarily 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM with a 30-minute lunch, with the option to bid for other shifts based on seniority.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of experience in working with school age children (aged 6 to 21)* or adults in an organized physical, recreational, educational, or related program; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• All qualifying experience must consist of working with school age children (aged 6 to 21).

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  1. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.