IWS - KYCOM Admissions - PEPP Camp Counselor* - Summer 24

Responsibilities:

Candidates will provide guidance and supervision to undergraduate PEPP campers. (C, TW, P, CT, EI, L)

Candidates selected will be responsible for supervising 3-4 students each that are attending PEPP camp from 6/9/24 through 6/14/24. (C, TW, P, EI, L)

Candidates will make sure their assigned PEPP campers attend all meals and daily activities as scheduled.  (C, TW, CT, L)

Candidates will stay on campus overnight with PEPP campers to ensure personal safety and that all rules are followed. (C, TW, P, CT, EI, L)

Candidates will escort campers to and from all scheduled activities.  (C, TW, P, CT, EI, L)

Candidates will operate UPIKE vehicles and will transport campers to on and off-campus activities. (CT, L, T)

Candidates will successfully complete UPIKE vehicles safety training. (CT, L, T)

Candidates and campers will be assigned rooms on UPIKE’s campus. (CT, CT, L, T)

Candidates will share information regarding their KYCOM experiences and their path to medical school. (C, P, CSD, CT, L)

Candidates will serve as ambassadors for UPIKE and KYCOM. (C, P, CSD, CT, L)

Desired Competencies:

• Communication (C)
• Teamwork (TW)
• Professionalism (P)
• Career & Self Development (CSD)
• Critical Thinking (CT)
• Equity & Inclusion (EI)
• Leadership (L)
• Technology (T)

Candidates will report to Makena Markert, Director of Medical School Admissions.          

Computer Skills:  Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Social Media & New Technology

Skills:  Strong active listening abilities, Public Speaking, Written and verbal communication, Customer Focused, Team player

Work Schedule: 6/9/24 through 6/14/24 (40 hours per week)

Work Conditions:  Office environment

Physical Demands:

Keyboarding, Reaching/handling, Stooping/kneeling, Crouching/crawling, Pushing up to 20 lbs, Pulling up to 20 lbs, Lifting up to 20 lbs, Carrying up to 20 lbs

Physical demands included here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Walking and standing for long periods of time and the ability to occasionally climb stairs are required.
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Relationships:  Worker will interact and communicate with:  faculty, staff, parents, students, prospective students, campus visitors, alumni, other departments

Must be a current UPIKE or KYCOM student registered for fall classes

 Candidates will successfully complete UPIKE vehicles safety training.

Number of available positions: 5     

Position will only work one week and pay out lump sum upon completion of the camp.

Supervisor: Makena Markert

Pay Rate:  $600/stipend  to be paid at the completion of the work

To Apply:  Complete the * Required sections of the application

Apply by: 5/17/24

Important Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students. Inquiries may be directed to the University of Pikeville Title IX Coordinator by calling 606-218-5216.