Independent Living Advisor

Education & Training Resources LLC•Oneonta, NY

1d•$23

About The Position

Position Available: Independent Living Advisor or Substitute Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly dorm by managing student behavior. A good candidate for this position would be someone who has experience as a Residential Advisor (RA), a Direct Support Professional (DSP), who has Good Customer Service Skills, and who has worked with the youth between the ages of 16-24 years.

Requirements

Ability to relate to and work with disadvantaged youth
Proven customer service skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to meet frequent deadlines and handle stressful, hectic situations without loss of efficiency and composure
Proficient in using computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
High School Diploma, or GED
Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Residential experience in a group home or college dormitory setting preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate accountability of students who are present for duty at the center
Provide counseling and guidance to students in assigned dorms on topics such as attitude, behavior, and inter-personal relationships with others
Monitor student activity in the dorm and ensure appropriate student behavior
Direct students and assist during maintenance and cleanup of the dorm areas
Provide students with training in independent living and leadership skills
Reinforce positive behaviors and hold students accountable for negative behaviors
Maintain all shift logs, enter data into the center information system and student folders, and report any unusual or critical incidents to supervisors
Support dorm supervisor, counselors, and other team members in providing effective case management services to the students on their assigned caseloads
Act as a member of a team with other advisors who are assigned to the dorms by completing assigned shift duties and communicating all shift-specific information appropriately
Act as an advisor to student peer counsel

Benefits

Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees
Dental, and Vision
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)
401K Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
12 Paid Holidays
Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.