Resident Advisor

Detroit Recovery Project (DRP) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and recovery-oriented Residential Advisors to support the daily operations of our 24-hour Youth Recovery Home serving Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) ages 18–24. This position plays a critical role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive living environment for youth navigating recovery, mental health challenges, substance use concerns, independent living development, and personal growth goals.

About Us

Detroit Recovery Project, Inc. (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides integrated behavioral health and recovery support services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Through trauma-informed, person-centered care, DRP is committed to supporting long-term recovery and wellness for the individuals and communities we serve. Our recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas:

• Health & Wellness
• Spirituality
• Employment
• Education/Training
• Family & Recovery Support

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support residents within the Youth Recovery Home environment
• Promote a safe, structured, respectful, and recovery-oriented atmosphere
• Assist residents with daily living skills, routines, and accountability
• Conduct regular room checks, wellness checks, and safety rounds
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed
• Support conflict resolution and reinforce house expectations and policies
• Complete required documentation, incident reports, shift notes, and communication logs accurately and timely
• Assist with meal support, transportation coordination, appointments, and community activities as needed
• Observe and report behavioral, emotional, or safety concerns to Leadership and Clinical staff
• Support residents with connection to recovery resources, coping strategies, and independent living development
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA and organizational standards at all times

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Healthcare, or related field preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required
• Experience working with youth, behavioral health, substance use recovery, crisis intervention, residential care, patient monitoring, patient sitting, or community-based programs strongly preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment screening requirements, including a criminal background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable laws and organizational policies
• Reliable transportation required

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential strongly preferred
• Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) or interest in obtaining certification preferred
• Experience as a Patient Sitter, Behavioral Health Technician, Residential Technician, Direct Care Worker, Mental Health Technician, or similar monitoring/support role preferred
• Experience working with Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) populations preferred
• Experience within behavioral health, recovery, residential treatment, hospital, shelter, or supportive housing settings preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
• Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies or crisis situations
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the recovery community
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Experience within a growing behavioral health and recovery organization

Schedule

Overnight Shift: Monday-Friday | 11:00pm – 7:30am

Pay

Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 – $22.00 per hour based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, credentials, education, and relevant direct care, behavioral health, residential, or patient monitoring experience.