Residential Advisor

LifeSkills Connection Inc.; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeSkills Connection Inc. in Sedro-Woolley, WA, seeks a paraprofessional supervisor to support dormitory operations and supervise students to ensure a safe, orderly living environment.

You will manage daily routines, assist with programs, and coordinate with counselors and staff to address student needs. The role requires at least a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and experience with youth.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year working with youth or related experience and/or training
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree preferred
• Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Responsibilities

• Ensure orderly, clean-living conditions by scheduling and supervising clean up and submitting repair requests
• Provide supervision for cafeteria, laundry, special activities, and other areas as scheduled or assigned
• Identify and assist students in handling special problems and conduct dormitory meetings
• Maintain communication with students’ counselors, instructors, and other staff
• Attend staff in-service training sessions and other training or meetings as directed
• Initiate and direct dormitory programs using Center services and activities to benefit students
• Transport students to various activities and events as needed
• Maintain an environment in which students and staff feel safe and secure
• Ensure that buildings are secure and clean at all times

Skills

Student supervision

Residential living knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

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.

PositionResponsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Brief Description of Duties

Administration

Procedures

Salary-$22.59-$22.60/hourly

• Ensure orderly, clean-living conditions by scheduling and supervising clean up and submitting repair requests
• Provide supervision for the cafeteria, laundry, special activities (on and off Center) and other areas of the program as scheduled or assigned
• Identify and assist students in handling special problems and conduct dormitory meetings
• Maintain communication with students’ counselors, instructors, and with other staff members
• Attend staff in-service training sessions and other training or meetings as directed
• Establish a close working relationship with students, dealing justly and impartially regardless of their ability, achievement, or background, and work to motivate them toward goals
• Initiate and direct dormitory programs, utilizing Center services and activities to benefit students
• Follow all non-health standing orders
• Transport students to various activities and events as needed
• Maintain an environment wherein students and staff feel safe and secure
• Maintain logbooks, as directed and authorized, that show activity during shift
• Ensure case notes and other entries in CIS are accurate and up to date
• Secure students personal property/items when a student is absent for 24 hours; all items are to be placed in property and logged
• Submit time sheets according to Residential Living Supervisor
• Assist and trains student leaders per center policy
• Participate in intramural programs
• Ensure students meet their evening schedule
• Provide support for safety and security at the center
• Ensure that buildings are secure and clean at all times
• Conduct periodic checks and maintain order and discipline in his/her assigned dorm
• Work towards meeting performance center goals
• Follow the CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices
• Model, mentor, monitor appropriate Career Success Standards
• Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
• Participate in PRH mandated staff training; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Standards/Results

Effective

Communication

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

• Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
• Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service

Qualifications

Knowledge of residential living and dormitory procedures and practices

Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel

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, Registrations

Valid State Driver’sLicense with acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.Must be available to work any shift and day of the week due to a 24/7 operation.

Disclaimer:

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Jennifer Law, Human Resources Manager [phone] or [e-mail] for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.