Senior Residential Advisor

Gerald R Ford Job Corps Center • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The Senior Residential Advisor at the Gerald R. Ford Job Corps Center plays a crucial role in providing a safe and supportive environment for students aged 16-24 in a federally-funded residential training program. This position involves overseeing dormitory operations, monitoring student progress, and implementing behavior management strategies to ensure students achieve their performance goals. The advisor also provides leadership and training to staff, ensuring compliance with Department of Labor and center policies while fostering social development among students.

Requirements

• Experience in residential counseling or a related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to implement behavior management strategies.
• Knowledge of Career Success Standards and independent living skills.
• Experience in training and developing staff.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with at-risk youth.
• Familiarity with federal regulations related to Job Corps programs.
• Certification in counseling or social work.

Responsibilities

• Provide dormitory supervision and ensure a safe environment for Job Corps students.
• Monitor student progress towards performance contract goals and objectives.
• Conduct dormitory operations in accordance with center policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership in social development living areas and ensure staff meet standards.
• Deliver quality services to students to support their growth in Career Success Standards.
• Develop and implement training plans for staff and document training sessions.
• Oversee center operations during off-hours as the Senior Residential Counselor.
• Create an environment that promotes positive employment behaviors among students.
• Support the dorm leadership program and participate in continuing education initiatives.
• Manage student incidents and ensure individual meetings address issues effectively.
• Maintain student files and ensure accurate documentation of services provided.
• Conduct dormitory inspections and ensure cleanliness and safety of living areas.
• Complete work orders for maintenance and document relevant information in dorm logs.
• Provide training on social development and independent living skills to students.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed