Dormitory Supervisor: Student Welfare & Safety

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 20,684 - 29,459; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates, Inc. in Mississippi is seeking a Full Time Residential Advisor to direct and coordinate activities of the residential staff on assigned shifts. You will oversee dormitory operations, ensure safety, maintain records, and provide positive services to students.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of Job Corps or related program experience. Advanced degrees are preferred and a valid in-state driver’s license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Advanced degrees preferred.
• A minimum of one-year Job Corps or related program experience required.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates activities of the residential advisors on assigned shift.
• Responsible for residential activities within the dormitory providing for maximum program coordination, student discipline, and preparation of records and reports.
• Supervise and control dormitory conditions; evaluate situations and conditions within the dormitories and make decisions or recommendations.
• Assist in the training and evaluation of residential living staff.
• Perform administrative duties involving student passes, leaves, evaluations, progress reports, emergencies, terminations, etc. for assigned shift.
• Perform residential advisor functions as necessary to ensure safety and proper student behavior in the dormitories.
• Communicate with families of students by mail and phone as required to resolve problems and assure the well-being of students.
• Coordinate activities of dormitory including entertainment, unit competitions, and unit courts.
• Inspect dormitory areas and recommend facility maintenance work where needed. Direct dorm patrol and daily cleanup.
• Requisition supplies to provide needs for dorm living and safety of students.
• Determine, recommend, and arrange student visits to counselor; review problems related to assigned students with counselors.
• As assigned, participate in and conduct orientation activities and social skills training.
• Maintain required student records and update center information system on a regular and timely basis.
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers.
• It is expected the incumbent will work overtime when directed to do so.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced degrees preferred

Job description

Adams and Associates, Inc. in Mississippi is seeking a Full Time Residential Advisor to direct and coordinate activities of the residential staff on assigned shifts. You will oversee dormitory operations, ensure safety, maintain records, and provide positive services to students.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of Job Corps or related program experience. Advanced degrees are preferred and a valid in-state driver’s license is a plus.