NATIVE TRIBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Position Opening: Residential Counselors
Dates: July 1-August 9 (Summer Program)
Program Objectives:
The goal of the Native Tribal Scholars Program is to provide Native American high school students with
the skills and motivation necessary for access to and success in post-secondary education. NTS offers an
array of academic, personal enrichment and college/career services designed to supplement public high
school education and tailored to address specific student needs.
Position Opening: Residential Counselor
The following job description outlines a full-time, six-week summer RESIDENTIAL (i.e. live-in)
position. Please note that the position requires a high level of professionalism as it involves being a
role model and mentor for 30 high school students participating in the program. This position is
residential 5 nights per week.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Participate in staff orientation. Full participation in orientation is required.
Provide one-on-one personal/academic counseling support as needed.
Assist in dormitory supervision at all times.
Remain highly visible to students and staff throughout the course of each day.
Assist in the supervision of field trips, cultural events and recreational activities.
Run weekly floor meetings with students.
Monitor students in the dining hall during meals.
Develop and implement recreational/cultural workshops for students.
Patrol dormitory grounds during night duty.
Attend daily tutor/counselor, staff, and community meetings.
Complete evaluation forms distributed by administration.
Assist in dorm/event set-up throughout the program.
Communicate daily with staff members.
Enforce Native Tribal Scholars rules and regulations.
Live and work on-site for the duration of the summer program and training.
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
766 Falmouth Rd, Unit 7A-Madaket Place Mashpee, MA 02649
Phone (508) 419-6017, ext. 606
Fax (508) 477-1246
Education Department
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Carry out any other duties as assigned by the administrative staff.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or matriculating college students (juniors, seniors and graduate students
preferred) with some counseling experience.
Experience working with low-income and diverse populations (Native Americans preferred).
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of participating students.
High energy level and demonstrated ability to coordinate student activities.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license preferred, but not required.
Compensation:
$2,600 plus room & board.
Supervision Received:
Supervised by the Director.
How to Apply:
Please email the following to JMorrison@mwtribe.com & WGriffin@mwtribe.com:
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Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for 3 references who can speak to your experience and abilities.
For more information please email JMorrison@mwtribe.com. Application deadline is May 5th.
Positions will remain open till filled.
Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
766 Falmouth Rd, Unit 7A-Madaket Place Mashpee, MA 02649
Phone (508) 419-6017, ext. 606
Fax (508) 477-1246
Education Department