Dorm Life Mentor & Lead for Youth Development

Adams and Associates; Exeter (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onsite cafeteria

Gym facilities

Campus setting

Job summary

Adams and Associates, Exeter Job Corps Academy, is hiring a Residential Advisor to lead dorm life for youths aged 16-24. You will mentor, motivate, and guide students as they pursue education and career training within a campus setting.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, inclusive living space, coaching life skills, and maintaining a supportive dorm community. Competitive pay and on-site facilities support student success.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A.S. or B.A. preferred for promotional opportunities.
• A minimum of one year working with youths preferred.
• A valid, relatively clean driver’s license preferred.
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping, and crouching.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to students while maintaining a positive dormitory living environment.
• Host dorm activities/groups and assist in recreational activities on and off Center. Dorm activities can include: holding required dorm meetings, host arts and crafts, game night, etc.
• Foster positive peer relationships along with leadership role modeling techniques.
• Assist in student retention by providing an interactive, comfortable living environment that is conducive to students achieving their goals while in the Job Corps program.
• Provide proactive conflict resolution. Counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal hygiene, and study habits.
• Conduct accountability for any minor students during an hourly roll call throughout the shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AS or BA preferred

Job description

Adams and Associates, Exeter Job Corps Academy, is hiring a Residential Advisor to lead dorm life for youths aged 16-24. You will mentor, motivate, and guide students as they pursue education and career training within a campus setting.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, inclusive living space, coaching life skills, and maintaining a supportive dorm community. Competitive pay and on-site facilities support student success.