Senior Residential Advisor at Dynamic Educational Systems, Inc. – Cassadaga, New York

Location: Cassadaga, NY, US

Category: Full Time

Posted Date: Today

Requisition ID: 2732

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Title: Senior Residential Advisor

Reports to: Residential Living Manager

Reports to the Residential Living Manager. Responsible for conducting social development training. Coordinates activities at dormitory, including recreation and entertainment on and off center. Also responsible for a variety of functions related to residential living, including dormitory management, safety and security, administration, and training.

1. Supervises the performance of Residential Advisors assigned to the dormitory, providing feedback and support.
2. Monitors and evaluates situations and conditions within dormitories and makes decisions or recommendations to the Residential Living Manager.
3. Coordinates, assists with, and (as designated) directs dormitory activities, including on- and off-center recreation, entertainment, and learning activities.
4. Guides students to achieve positive attitudes and proper behavior in dormitory living situations and to accomplish their goals and objectives in obtaining self-management skills.
5. Determines, recommends, and arranges student visits to Counselors.
6. Patrols and monitors dormitories and center as required, ensuring safety and proper behavior of students; resolves potential or occurring problems.
7. Prepares the daily operations report, pass list, and other administrative correspondence relating to students.
8. Directs and assists students in the cleanup of the dormitory.
9. Recommends or requisitions supplies to meet the needs of dorm living and ensure students’ safety.
10. Conducts group sessions in accordance with the schedule and maintains required documentation; as assigned, participates in Career Preparation Period (CPP) activities.
11. Provides students guidance in social skills development and self-management skills.
12. Maintains accountability of students and property; adheres to safety practices.
13. Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
14. Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
15. Reports violations of ethical behavior.
16. Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
17. Identifies and reports environmental health and safety concerns.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s degree in behavioral sciences preferred
• Two years of related experience in counseling, social work, rehabilitation, or vocational guidance or working with youth
• Experience working with youth and/or Job Corps centers preferred

• 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 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
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of all duties or responsibilities that are required for this position and may be updated. In the event of change of duties, the employee will be notified.

Diversity is at the heart of our business. It is key to our people's passion for serving individuals and communities who seek to build a stronger workforce. We strive to create a work environment that provides all our team members with equal access to information, development and opportunity. Furthermore, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in the values instilled by our Four Cornerstones and commitment to Extreme Customer Service. We recognize that differences in age, race, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability, thinking style and background bring richness to our work environments. Such differences help us connect better with the workforce development needs of people we serve in our communities. We believe that attracting, developing and retaining a base of employees that reflects the diversity of our customers is essential to our success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dynamic Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer/program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.