TEMP VITALS Resident Counselor

University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: CHHS - Dean's Office - 31500
Vacancy Number: TSP5666PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary
Job Category: Unspecified
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The VITALS Resident Counselor (RC) supports scholars living in the residence hall during the weekend portions of the VITALS program by providing supervision, mentorship, and community engagement opportunities that foster a safe, supportive, and positive residential experience.

The RC serves as an onsite presence throughout the assigned weekend, helping monitor scholar well-being, maintain accountability, and uphold residence hall expectations and program policies

Responsibilities include:

• planning and facilitating recreational, social, and community building activities between academic programming sessions, conducting curfew check offs, maintaining attendance and curfew documentation, and responding appropriately to student concerns, behavioral issues, or emergencies while escalating matters as needed.
• The RC also serves as a positive role model for scholars and communicates regularly with program leadership regarding scholar participation, residential operations, and any incidents or concerns that arise throughout the weekend experience.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Previous experience working with Summer Bridge programs.

Required Certifications or Licensure:
CPR

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College/School Information:


Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Work Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Hours Per Week: 40
Type of Position:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $16/ hour

Special Instructions to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation.

Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.

Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.



Job Posting Date: 05/26/2026
Job Closing Date: 6/2/2026

Eligibility for Employment:


Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39415

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.







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