About Job
Posting Information
Department
Carolina Higher Ed Opp Pgms - 525200
Career Area
Student Services
Posting Open Date
05/13/2025
Application Deadline
05/31/2025
Position Type
Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Project Uplift Program Counselor
Position Number
20070726, 20070728, 20070730, 20070731, 20070732, 20070733, 20070734, 20070735, 20070736, 20070737, 20070738, 20070739
Vacancy ID
S025262
Full-time/Part-time
Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week
8
Work Schedule
Saturdays (May 31, June 7, June 14); 7:30 AM – 3:30PM
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$17.50/per hour
Proposed Start Date
05/31/2025
Estimated Duration of Appointment
1 month or less
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Created in 2012, the Carolina Higher Education Opportunity Programs (CHEOP) office Comprises the NC Health Careers Access Program (NC-HCAP) and TRiO Programs (Upward Bound Program and the McNair Scholars Program).
Through both NC-HCAP and TRiO Programs, CHEOP Promotes and Maintains Programs, Activities, and Services that Facilitate Access to College, Graduate and Ph.D. Programs, as well as Health Professional Schools for Individuals from Historically Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups, First Generation Status, Rural and/or Low- Income Backgrounds. The Programs under CHEOP Enhance Participants’ Academic Performance, Retention, and Personal and Professional Development to Promote Graduation in Secondary and Post-Secondary Education.
Through both NC-HCAP and TRiO Programs, CHEOP Promotes and Maintains Programs, Activities, and Services that Facilitate Access to College, Graduate and Ph.D. Programs, as well as Health Professional Schools for Individuals from Historically Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups, First Generation Status, Rural and/or Low- Income Backgrounds. The Programs under CHEOP Enhance Participants’ Academic Performance, Retention, and Personal and Professional Development to Promote Graduation in Secondary and Post-Secondary Education.
Position Summary
Counselor Core Responsibilities:
o Serve as a positive role model for prospective Carolina students.
o Be responsible for fostering community, inclusion, and belonging among program participants through interaction, engagement, and facilitation.
o Serve as source of information regarding UNC-Chapel Hill, campus resources, and student life.
o Assist with administrative tasks as delegated by the CHEOP Assistant Director or designee.
o Facilitate campus tours.
o Serve as a positive role model for prospective Carolina students.
o Be responsible for fostering community, inclusion, and belonging among program participants through interaction, engagement, and facilitation.
o Serve as source of information regarding UNC-Chapel Hill, campus resources, and student life.
o Assist with administrative tasks as delegated by the CHEOP Assistant Director or designee.
o Facilitate campus tours.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Must be available to serve as a Project Uplift Counselor for the current summer.
- Critical thinking and creative problem solving.
- Detail oriented and time management skills.
- Public speaking skills.
- Demonstrate decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize plan, manage,
- Ability to work with sensitive information.
- Ability to work independently and with a group.
- Have a working knowledge of university resources.
- Agree to abide by all university policies
- Familiarity with UNC’s campus
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Enjoys working with high school students
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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