Residential Advisor

DYNAMIC EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS INC•Town of Stockton, NY

31d

About The Position

Reports to the Residential Living Manager. Responsible for providing proper guidance to students to ensure positive group living relations and achievement in the program, in compliance with government, corporate, and management directives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Two years of related experience in counseling, social work, rehabilitation, or vocational guidance or working with youth
Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
Strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer proficiency
If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required.
I-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in behavioral sciences preferred

Responsibilities

Provides guidance for students to achieve positive attitudes and proper behavior in dormitory living situations and to accomplish their goals and objectives in obtaining self-management skills.
Determines, recommends, and arranges student visits to Counselors.
Directs dorm activities as designated.
Patrols and monitor dormitories and Center as required, ensuring safety and proper behavior of students; resolves potential or occurring problems.
Assists with recreational activities for students on and off center as required.
Prepares reports, the pass list, and other administrative correspondence relating to students.
Direct and assist students in the cleanup of the dormitory.
Recommends or requisitions supplies to meet the needs of dorm living and ensure students’ safety.
Conducts group sessions in accordance with the schedule and maintains required documentation; as assigned, participates in Career Preparation Period (CPP) activities.
Provides students with guidance in social skills development and self-management skills.
Maintains accountability of students and property; adheres to safety practices.
Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
Reports violations of unethical behavior.
Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and a reduction of waste.
Identifies and reports on environmental health and safety concerns.
Able to maintain a 75% or higher on employee scorecard.