TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAM (TLP) RESIDENT ADVISOR

Shelter, Inc.; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 25,685,352 - 36,582,168; Part time

Job summary

Shelter, Inc. is seeking a Transitional Living Program Resident Advisor in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The role involves supporting young adults aged 17-21, ensuring a safe living environment while promoting independence through life skills coaching and crisis intervention.

The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in a human services field and be over 25 years old. Compensation is set at $22.60 per hour with must-haves including a valid driver's license and COVID-19 vaccination.

Qualifications

• At least 25 years of age as per Illinois regulations.
• Demonstrated commitment to Shelter's mission.
• Valid Illinois driver's license with auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed and youth-centered support.
• Supervise and assist residents with daily activities.
• Implement and maintain program standards.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Life skills coaching

Transportation

Documentation

Education

Undergraduate degree in human services or related field

Job description

TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAM (TLP) RESIDENT ADVISOR

Provide trauma‑informed, youth‑centered support to young adults ages 17-21 participating in the Transitional Living Program. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, supportive, and structured living environment while assisting participants in developing the skills necessary to achieve independence. Essential functions include providing daily supervision, crisis intervention, life skills coaching, documentation, transportation, and coordination of services to help youth meet their educational, employment, housing, and personal goals in accordance with agency policies and program standards.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

RESIDENT SUPERVISION AND TEACHING

1. Provide supervision, support, and mentoring to youth in accordance with program policies.
2. Implement trauma‑informed care practices that emphasize safety and independence.
3. Supervise and assist residents with daily activities and routines.
4. Assist youth with daily living skills, educational support, recreational activities and goal setting.
5. Model healthy coping skills, communication, and boundaries for youth.
6. Intervene in crisis situations using de‑escalation strategies that prioritize safety.
7. Provide transportation of residents to appointments, meetings and/or staffings as needed.
8. Comply with agency policies and procedures and the Department of Children and Family Services "Code of Ethics for Child Welfare Professionals."

HOUSE MANAGEMENT

1. Support youth in completing daily chores and responsibilities to promote life skills and shared accountability.
2. Model and encourage respect for shared spaces, personal belongings, and community areas.
3. Monitor for safety hazards and promptly report or address maintenance concerns.
4. Teach and reinforce healthy routines related to hygiene, nutrition, and personal responsibility.
5. Oversee and maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment in accordance with program and licensing standards.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

1. Implement daily routine as designed in TLP Procedure Manual.
2. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of youth progress, incidents and services.
3. Attend scheduled staff meetings and in‑service training.
4. Carry out all duties as designated by the TLP Coordinator.

TLP Resident Advisors shall be supervised and directly accountable on all matters to the TLP Coordinator.

HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT

Hours and days shall be scheduled by the TLP Coordinator according to the needs of the program. We are currently looking to fill two part time overnight shifts.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be at least 25 years of age in accordance with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Licensing Standards for Transitional Living Programs.
2. Undergraduate degree from an accredited school required. Degree in human services field desired.
3. Must have a demonstrated commitment to and understanding of Shelter's mission, vision, and values.
4. Must have a valid Illinois driver's license and must submit proof of Illinois auto insurance.
5. Must meet Child Care Facility Driver requirements in accordance with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
6. Must complete a Medical and T.B. test. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19, according to the latest CDC guidelines.
7. Must be fingerprinted by the State of Illinois and must submit to a full Background Check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
8. Must submit official educational transcripts from the last school in which a degree was awarded.
9. Must become certified in CPR /First Aid, CPI, and complete in‑service Think Trauma training and New Hire Orientation before working independently.
10. Ability to lift 40 lbs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; stand; walk; and use hands to handle or operate objects and climb up and down stairs. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, reach with hands or arms and run. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. The employee must be capable of working a varied shift schedule. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed primarily in the assigned facility, and occasionally in vehicles, meeting rooms both in the facility and at other agency sites.

CLASSIFICATION STATUS

This is a non‑exempt position.

SALARY

$22.60/Hour

ABOUT SHELTER

Since 1975, Shelter has been a leader in Chicagoland for providing the emotional and physical care, programs, and services that children need to build safer, healthier, and brighter futures. We are the only agency in the state of Illinois to provide fully comprehensive and community‑based services for children and families at risk and in need. Our programs include emergency housing, transitional living, foster care, home visiting, and clinical support services. We are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Shelter is committed to providing safe, inclusive, and supportive resources for youth and families from all backgrounds and identities.