RESIDENTIAL ADVISOR

Description

• Transport students, as needed, to and from recreational activities, airports, stores, bus stations, etc.
• Conduct group counseling sessions and dorm meetings in accordance with the schedule. As assigned, participate in and conduct orientation activities as well as other Center committees and activities.
• Determine and recommend student visits to the counselor and health staff as appropriate.
• Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.
• Completing all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
• Maintain positive and effective relations with students. Provide guidance for students to achieve a positive attitude and proper behavior in the dormitory living situation, and to accomplish their goals and objectives.
• Maintain accountability of students and property. Adhere to standard safety practices.
• Participate in student training, as appropriate, and evaluate student progress as part of interdepartmental teams.
• Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work.
• Supervise, direct, and monitor dorm and student activities, as designated, including dorm government and peer court.
• Serve as CDO when assigned by management in absence of social development manager or dorm supervisors.
• Maintain dormitory and individual student files. Ensure files are complete, updated, and contain all required documentation.
• Prepare the morning report; pass list, and other administrative correspondence relating to students, including evaluations.
• Promote student attainment of career success standards through modeling appropriate skills, mentoring students, monitoring skill acquisition and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed.
• Assist with dorm and recreational activities both on and off Center.
• Direct students and assist in the cleanup and maintenance of the dormitory. Complete dorm and room inspections as assigned. Identify and communicate dorm maintenance needs to dorm supervisor or designee. Recommend or requisition supplies to provide needs for dorm living and safety of students.
• Assist with monitoring student clothing trips, as required.
• Cultivate and maintain a positive Center climate that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, in order to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.

Requirements

• Adherence to established company safety policies and ability to work in a safe manner, using any required personal protective equipment (PPE) as may be required.
• Two (2) years working with youth.
• Associate’s degree in counseling, social work, rehabilitation, or related field.
• Successfully pass any background check and/drug test required on the contract.
• Compliance with company standard operating procedures and personnel policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing with all levels of Center staff and students.
• Ability to develop rapport and positive working relationships with all departments.
• Previous experience with Job Corps program.
• Previous experience within a residential youth program.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain & maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
• Timely and cost-effective performance of duties.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance