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Talbert House

Resident Advisor - Corrections

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What they do

A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.

$38,821 / year median in Ohio

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Were looking for passionate, reliable, and compassionate individuals to join our residential teampeople who believe that everyone deserves safety, support, and the opportunity to grow. As a Residential Advisor, youll be a key part of that mission.
What Youll Do:
Be a consistent, calming presence by overseeing daily client activities and ensuring a safe, structured environmentConduct routine safety checks and facility rounds to keep everything running smoothlySupport clients in developing decision-making and life skillsDistribute medications and observe drug screenings responsiblyConduct searches of client belongings as needed to maintain safetyDocument daily observations and incidents accurately using our softwareJump into action during emergencies, using de-escalation and crisis-management strategiesGreet and assist new clients during non-clinical intakesMonitor behavioral changes and ensure clients move safely and appropriately through the programProvide transportation to appointments or activities if neededContribute as a flexible, trusted team memberother duties may arise, and youll be readyAssist with other duties as assigned
What You Bring:
Strong communication skillsyou know how to listen, speak clearly, and write effectivelyCalm, level-headed problem-solving abilities, even under pressureBasic computer know-how for documentation and record-keepingA sense of empathy, accountability, and professionalismExperience in human services is a bonusbut heart, integrity, and reliability are musts!
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED02 years of experience (we provide training and support!)Valid drivers license and current auto insurance (if driving is part of the role)
Essential Functions/Physical Demands:
Positional:
Driving in accordance with job duties assigned. Frequent standing and walking. Occasional sitting.
Gross Mobility:
Rare climbing, or crawling. Infrequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent to constant reaching and handling.

May require ability to walk up to 4 flights of stairs consecutively, depending on location.
Sensory:
Rare tasting/smelling. Infrequent use of color vision. Occasional use of far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision. Frequent use of near and midrange visual acuity, and visual accommodation. Frequent to constant talking/communicating.

Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability. 1st shift