Resident Advisor - Recovery Housing

ZEPF CENTER•Toledo, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Zepf Center is seeking a full-time Resident Advisor for its Recovery House on Collingwood Boulevard. The position supports people recovering from addiction by helping maintain a safe, healthy living environment and providing resources and support for recovery. The Resident Advisor works closely with the Recovery Housing Manager to monitor and support residents’ independent living activities. This is a 24-hour facility, and hours may vary according to need and availability. The listed schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Extended sobriety.
Must be a current resident.
Ability to communicate effectively and work independently and collaboratively in a sensitive, supportive manner that facilitates residents’ goals.
Serve as a mature, self-sufficient, and socially appropriate role model.
Ability to follow through on assignments.
Professional approach in interactions with staff, clients, other agencies, and the public.
Strong paperwork and documentation skills.
Ability to assist with housing activities at multiple service sites within the agency and in the community.
If eligible to drive company vehicles, a valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the agency’s commercial insurance carrier are required.
If using a personal vehicle for business, must provide proof of insurance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of recovery community resources and other resources available to the target population.

Responsibilities

Support residents in maintaining reasonably safe and clean living quarters.
Monitor residents’ compliance with the Resident Handbook, including curfew hours.
Welcome new tenants and introduce them to existing residents.
Conduct new-resident orientation within 24 hours of move-in.
Support and motivate residents as they learn skills that facilitate recovery.
Help residents locate available services, community resources, and service agencies.
Encourage residents to complete household chores and maintain common areas, including the kitchen and living room.
Observe and report unusual behaviors or potential conflicts to the Recovery Coach and/or Recovery Housing Manager.
Provide feedback to the Recovery Coach and/or Recovery Housing Manager about activities that could pose safety or nuisance concerns for residents.
Maintain an inventory of housing supplies, including cleaning supplies, cooking utensils, furniture, and household keys.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, contributing to program development and staff training.
Facilitate weekly house meetings with residents.
Communicate effectively with a diverse consumer population and promote positive interactions with coworkers and residents.
Carry out agency policies and procedures; may participate in community work, staff development, agency-wide projects, and committees or teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.