What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Student Life position at Mansfield Hall?
Mansfield Hall is open to connecting with student-centered leaders who thrive in relationship-based, residential learning environments. This is an expression of interest for future Director of Student Life opportunities across Mansfield Hall programs.
About the Role
Directors of Student Life provide case management focused on independent living, social development, community engagement, and daily life skills for neurodivergent college students. This role plays a central part in shaping a supportive, pro-social residential community while coaching college students toward independence.
Depending on program needs, Directors of Student Life may:
- Serve as a primary case manager for a student caseload
- Support medication management, life skills development, and community engagement for students with executive functioning disorders and other learning and social differences.
- Lead weekly coaching, planning and goal-setting sessions
- Supervise and support coaching staff
- Maintain consistent communication with families and referral partners
- Collaborate with academic teams, campus partners, and service providers
- Participate in shared on-call rotations
Who This Role Is a Fit For
Strong candidates often bring:
- Case management experience applicable to supporting diverse learners or young adults in higher education or residential programs
- Comfort supervising team members while remaining direct support to students
- Maintain consistent communication with families and referral partners
- Strong organizational, communication, and relational skills
- Student-centered, ethically boundaried professional capacity
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style
A bachelor’s degree is required. Graduate degrees and supervisory experience are preferred.
About This Posting
This posting does not indicate a current vacancy. It supports ongoing talent pipelines and future hiring needs.