Residential Advisor (63593)

Adams and Associates, Inc.; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates, Inc. in Mississippi seeks a Residential Advisor to mentor students, supervise dorm life, and support their education and career goals within the Job Corps program.

The role emphasizes safety, community building, and daily guidance, with an expectation of regular attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed to sustain the dormitory operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year in Job Corps or related youth development/residential program.
• License: Valid in-state Driver’s License preferred.
• Core Strengths: Excellent customer service, positive attitude, ability to model professional success for students.
• Commitment: Regular attendance and flexibility for overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide students daily, conduct group sessions, teach independent living skills.
• Foster a safe, inclusive dormitory culture with peer leadership and student government activities.
• Patrol dorms and center grounds, resolve conflicts, uphold Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Assess student needs, refer to counseling when necessary, maintain accurate case notes.
• Direct dorm operations, supervise cleanliness, maintenance, and supply ordering.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Role model

Attendance

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Mississippi - Crystal Springs, MS 39059, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.20 - $17.20 Hourly, Job Category: Education, Are you passionate about guiding young adults toward a successful future? Do you want a career where you can make a tangible, daily impact?

We are looking for a dedicated Residential Advisor to join our Job Corps team. In this role, you will do much more than manage a dormitory—you will serve as a mentor, a role model, and a vital support system for students working to achieve their education and career goals. If you are a natural leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do (Your Impact):

• Mentor & Guide: Provide daily guidance, conduct group sessions, and teach essential independent living skills to help students build positive behaviors and reach their personal goals.
• Cultivate Community: Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive dormitory culture by encouraging positive peer leadership and student-led unit government activities.
• Ensure Safety & Well-being: Patrol and monitor the dorms and center grounds, proactively resolving conflicts and strictly upholding the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Coordinate Support: Assess student needs, recommend counseling when necessary, and maintain accurate, up-to-date case notes and files in our center information system.
• Manage Dorm Operations: Keep the community running smoothly by directing student cleanup/maintenance, reporting daily operations, and ordering necessary living supplies.

What You Bring:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required (Advanced degrees are preferred!).
• Experience: A minimum of one year of experience in Job Corps or a related youth development/residential program.
• License: A valid in-state Driver’s License is highly preferred.
• Core Strengths: Excellent customer service skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to model professional career success standards for our students.
• Commitment: Regular, predictable attendance is essential, along with the flexibility to work directed overtime when needed to support our community.

Physical Requirements:

This is an active role that keeps you on your feet and engaged with our campus. Candidates must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, stoop, and crouch throughout the shift.
• Lift, pull, push, or carry up to 40 pounds (and know how to safely assess heavier loads to ask for assistance).

Qualifications:

Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic 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 race, color, religion, sex, national origin, 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.