RESIDENT ADVISOR - Direct Care Staff

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The resident advisor provides support and general supervision, oversees the therapeutic milieu and day-to-day functioning of our clients while representing the agency in a positive light. Resident advisors, with support from the clinical treatment team, maintain a safe and healthy therapeutic environment. This is an awake position that provides staff coverage during all shifts including holidays; twenty-four hours a day seven days a week.

I. Support and supervise residents in the execution of their daily activity plans

• Schedule and assist with nutritious meals for residents.
• Monitor and assist with residents' grooming and personal hygiene.
• Manage daily housekeeping tasks for residents.
• Coordinate medical care needs, including administering medication.
• Maintain consistency and continuity of individual treatment programs.
• Create and maintain a stable and therapeutic environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with all client providers.

• II. Maintain a safe, harm-free environment for all residents

  • Prevent and manage aggressive behaviors among residents.
  • Monitor visitor behavior and report unauthorized individuals.

  • III. Transport residents to various activities

    • IV. Lead resident discussion groups

      • V. Complete daily and monthly reports and paperwork

        • Accurately and timely complete daily and monthly reports.

        • VI. Attend staff meetings and participate in training programs

          • Requirements

            • An Associate’s Degree in a human service field and relevant experience.
            • Ability to relate to a variety of people and situations.
            • Positive role model and representation of cultural and moral values.
            • Familiarity with Trauma Theory, Female Development, Female-Responsive principals, and relational strength-based approaches.