Substitute Residential Advisor
About The Position
This position reports to the Shift Supervisor and is an hourly, non-exempt, on-call role. At Job Corps, this role supports the structure and stability students rely on every day. As a Substitute Residential Advisor, you step in when needed to ensure continuity in supervision, accountability, and daily operations within the dorm. You may not be assigned to a set schedule, but when you are on shift, the expectations are the same. Maintain order, reinforce standards, and provide a safe and supportive environment for students. Make more than a living. Make a difference. The Substitute Residential Advisor provides dormitory supervision on an as-needed basis. This role ensures students continue to receive consistent oversight, structure, and support in the absence of regularly assigned staff. You will step into active environments and quickly assess, adapt, and maintain expectations. This requires awareness, flexibility, and the ability to follow established procedures without disruption to operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to work flexible, on-call hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to effectively engage with a diverse student population
- Strong communication and situational awareness skills
- Ability to adapt quickly and operate independently when assigned
- CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with youth, security, education, or related field preferred
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides supervision of students to maintain order, discipline, and accountability within the dormitory
- Ensures a safe, clean, and structured living environment during assigned shifts
- Maintains full accountability of assigned students and documents significant events
- Enforces center rules, policies, and procedures consistently
- Assists students in adjusting to center life through guidance and behavior management
- Ensures students follow daily schedules, including wake-up, hygiene, and attendance requirements
- Conducts room inspections and ensures dorms remain inspection ready
- Supports morning accountability checks and dorm meetings as assigned
- Provides informal counseling and guidance related to personal responsibility and behavior
- Maintains accurate documentation in accordance with PRH requirements
- Conducts safety and perimeter checks of dormitory areas
- Responds appropriately to student needs, including illness, injury, or emotional concerns
- Maintains communication with staff and supervisors to ensure continuity of operations
- Promotes a safe environment free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, and disrespect
- Maintains accountability of students and property and follows all safety practices
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
