Residential Advisor

Adams And Associates Inc; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates, entrusted with the Shriver Job Corps campus, seeks a Residential Advisor to guide students in respectful group living and personal development. You will facilitate activities, monitor dorms, and maintain daily operation records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, experience with youth, strong communication, teamwork, and physical capability to lift up to 40 pounds. This is a full-time on-site position at the Devens campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with youth required; residential experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaborative team skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds and meet listed physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in unit activities, including unit government, facilitate student groups, and promote independent living skills.
• Patrol and monitor dormitories and center to ensure student safety and proper behavior.
• Prepare daily operations reports, pass lists, updated case notes, and related administrative documents.
• Direct students and assist in cleaning and maintenance of the dormitory.
• Schedule: Friday–Tuesday, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM; Wednesdays and Thursdays off; overtime as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Youth work experience

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you a motivated self-starter looking to launch your career? We are seeking ambitious Residential Advisors to join our growing team. This isn't just a job; it is a launchpad. We are dedicated to promoting from within, offering hands-on mentorship, and providing a clear, defined roadmap to advance into senior or leadership roles.Job Corps is the largest federal residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. We help eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assist them with obtaining employment and independence. By offering hands-on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology, and construction, we prepare students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America. Since 1964, Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals.Our Shriver campus is located right off of Route 2 in Devens, MA and services between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. As a residential program, we function like a mini college campus, complete with a gym, basketball courts, dormitories, full-service cafeteria, wellness clinic, classrooms, trade workshops, offices, and more.If you’re driven to make a difference in the lives of young adults and help them reach their full potential, Shriver Job Corps is the place for you. We offer a dynamic work environment that will challenge you and help you grow; Shriver provides a rewarding work experience with plenty of opportunities for advancement.Job DescriptionThe Residential Advisor provides proper guidance to students to ensure positive group living relations and achievement in the Job Corps program. Responsibilities include:Assist in unit activities, as designated, including unit government, facilitate student groups, and promote student independent living skills.Patrol and monitor dormitories and center as required ensuring safety and proper behavior of students; resolve potential or occurring problems.Prepare the daily operations report, pass list, updated case notes in system, and other administrative correspondence relating to students.Direct students and assist in the cleanup and maintenance of the dormitory.ScheduleFriday-Tuesday, 3:00 PM-12:00 AM, Wednesdays & Thursdays offOvertime available as needed.Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required.Experience working with youth required, residential experience preferred but not necessary.A valid in-State Driver’s License preferred.Eager to learn, highly adaptable, and a natural problem-solver.Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player.Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping and crouching. Demonstrates the ability to lift 40 pounds and / or the ability to assess the lift load in order to ask for necessary assistance.Important applicant information: While many states, including Massachusetts, have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use, it remains classified as an illegal controlled substance under federal law, specifically the Controlled Substances Act. We are a federal contractor and subject to DOL regulations which requires us to maintain a drug-free workplace and prohibit the use of federally illegal substances. This role is subject to pre- and post-employment drug screening.About Adams and AssociatesThe DOL contracts the administration of Shriver Job Corps to Adams and Associates, a 100% employee-owned company that is service-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formed in 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children's programs for local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Today, we are one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal Job Corps program!Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.