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Residential Advisor
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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.
$40,141 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Residential Advisor Serrato Corp. - 3.5 McKinney, TX Job Details Full-time From $22.16 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Residential life (student support initiatives) High school diploma or GED Student social support Driver's License Driving Working with students Desktop applications Student advising Student counseling support Full Job Description Primary Position Objectives Responsible for a paraprofessional level of student support and performance duties necessary for an orderly operation of the dormitory program. Responsible for the supervision of students to ensure a safe and secure environment. Must be available to work any shift and day of the week due to a 24/7 operation. Brief Description of Duties Ensures orderly, clean living conditions by scheduling and supervising clean-up and submitting repair requests. Provides supervision for the cafeteria, laundry, special activities (on and off Center), and other areas of the program as scheduled or assigned. Identifies and assists students in handling special problems and conducts dormitory meetings. Maintains communication with students' counselors, instructors, and with other staff members. Attends staff in-service training sessions and other training or meetings as directed. Establishes a close working relationship with students, dealing justly and impartially regardless of their ability, achievement or background, and works to motivate them toward goals. Initiates and directs dormitory programs, utilizing Center services and activities to benefit students. Follows all non-health standing orders. Transports students to various activities and events as needed. Maintains an environment wherein students and staff feel safe and secure. Maintains logbooks as directed and authorized that show activity during shift. Ensures case notes and other entries in CIS are accurate and up-to-date. Secures students personal property/items when a student is absent for 24 hours; all items are to be placed in property and logged. Submits time sheets according to Residential Living Supervisor. Assists and trains student leaders per center policy. Participates in intramural programs. Ensures students meet their evening schedule. Provides support for safety and security on center. Ensures that buildings are secure and clean at all times. Conducts periodic checks and maintains order and discipline in his/her assigned dorm. Works towards meeting performance center goals. Follows the CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily. Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures. Adheres to required property control policies and procedures. Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards. Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement. Participates in PRH-mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel. Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat. Ability to provide guidance and support to students. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of residential living and dormitory procedures and practices. Experience Minimum one year working with youth or related experience and/or training. Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's Degree in a human services field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or related fields is preferred. Certificates/Licenses/Registration Valid State Driver's License Benefits Offered Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA) Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401(k) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available Disclaimers Serrato Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer #INDNT