Resident Advisor

Responsibilities

• Answer the office phone in a professional, business-like manner.
• Write down messages for residents and place them in their mailboxes.
• Walk through each floor of the building for a visual inspection every 45 minutes.
• Attend to and report emergency needs as they occur.
• Report any suspected or observed child abuse to Program Director.
• Ensure that residents sign in and out as they enter/leave the building.
• Check resident keys in and out of the intake office.
• Read and maintain a shift log recording all pertinent activities that occur on the shift.
• Keep a record of all resident mail received at the shelter and place mail in mail slots.
• Serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and evening snack at the posted time.
• Complete the Meal Count form for all children who participate in breakfast, dinner and evening snack.
• Assist with laundry - wash, dry, fold and store in linen closet.
• Ensure that residents are assigned chores.
• Report all emergencies or problems to the Program Director.
• Attend all Salvation Army Staff meetings as required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work independently, work well with groups and be able to demonstrate good judgement and interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Candidate must be able to obtain clearance required by the Joseph R. Biden III and the Child Protection Act.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment).
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life.

Pay

• $15.00 per hour; Non-Exempt

Schedule

• Full Time and Part Time Positions Available;
• 8am to 4pm or 4pm to 12am, Saturdays and Sundays (PT);
• 4pm to 12am Monday - Friday, evening or weekend meetings scheduled as required