Residential Mentor

Who We Are: About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student-athletes through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps, via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla. Online coaching via the IMG Academy brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches The Residential Mentor will be responsible for monitoring and overseeing the day-to-day routines and schedules of our student-athletes and the residence halls promoting a safe, secure, and healthy environment for their development. This person will be assigned to a specific wing and will be the primary person responsible for parent communication for those student-athletes. Position Responsibilities Serve as a responsible, adult presence in the dorm. Actively supervise, engage with, and promote social growth and inclusion among students. Oversee and maintain assigned wing and residence hall, including room checks and headcount. Promote and maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy living environment Enforce policies and procedures ensuring that the student-athlete code of conduct is being maintained Participate and follow up on recreational, educational, and cultural programs for student-athletes Design and implement residence hall programs each semester Assist student-athletes with multicultural development, learning, character building, community development, and personal well-being Work collaboratively to create and administer a Residential Life Curriculum. Be aware of student-athletes’ daily schedules Prioritize and manage multiple projects, diligently track and meet deadlines that affect student life Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes Other duties as assigned Operations Monitor students in dorms and throughout campus, including wake up and curfew times Perform regular walkthroughs and inspections of the residence halls working with maintenance, accommodations, and other departments to coordinate and direct upkeep requests Coordinate with safety and security staff to ensure the security of students and residence halls Assist with housing process including check in/out, early arrivals and opening/closing of residence halls Attend and contribute to department meetings Lead scheduled floor meetings Attend and contribute to general planning for Academy and summer camp programs Attend and participate staff trainings Communication Serve as primary contact for parents/guardians regarding dorm life by communicating openly and regularly with parents/guardians Assist with orientation and acclimation of student-athletes to student life Keep detailed notes and daily activity reports Collaborate with departments including sports, academics, health services for student-athlete’s development Communicate and follow up on conduct expectations of all student-athletes Communicate and enforce appropriate disciplinary actions for violations Collaborate and communicate emergency response and crisis management plans for various situations including weather, lockdown, student illness, injury, etc. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Education, Child Psychology or related area Must possess good judgment and sensitivity relating to students of various backgrounds Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and with sensitivity Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent guest service skills Highly organized with the ability to juggle and prioritize multiple projects effectively Ability to multitask in a fast-paced organization A superior work ethic Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues Preferred Qualifications and Skills At least 1 year experience working with students grades 6 through 12 Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology or related area Experience in education, sports or related area Experience as a collegiate athlete Experience with residential life in a boarding school environment and/or summer camps Experience in counseling, crisis response, and mediation Experience in a high-pressure, academic/performance setting First Aid and CPR Certification Proficient with computers and computer systems Bilingual Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, stairs, etc. This role is considered essential and may be required to work during weather emergencies or business closures in order to meet operational requirements Background Requirements: Requires a background check upon offer Requires a drug test upon offer Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Get to know us better: www.imgacademy.com IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Want to love what you do in an environment that values learning and growth alongside other high performing individuals? If you answered yes, IMG Academy is hiring. Our unique campus is dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders, champions and influencers. We believe that each day is an opportunity to achieve dreams and inspire greatness. As part of the IMG Family, we prepare our student-athletes to succeed, taking on life with confidence and preparedness. Through our integration of elite academics, athletics and character development, our student-athletes are prepared to rise up to their full potential – whether that’s on the field, in the classroom or in life. We are seeking curious, caring individuals who align with our core values: Passionate Soul: Love what you do Open Mind: Never stop learning and growing Champions Spirit: Strive for greatness Helpful Heart: Lift up those around you Absolute Integrity: Always do the right thing