Resident Life Assistant (Live-in)

About the role

Path to Academics, Community and Employment (PACE) is a three-year, post-secondary certificate program designed to meet the transitional needs of young adults with multiple intellectual, learning, and developmental disabilities. National Louis University is seeking applicants interested in joining our team as PACE Resident Life Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and participate in residential and student life activities, including leading a student club each quarter.
• Plan and oversee weekend programming and community-based activities.
• Monitor and respond to the RLA duty phone while assigned.
• Review and manage Campus Leave Requests (CLRs) and guest requests.
• Promote student participation in campus and community life.
• Provide individual and group instruction in independent living and life skills.
• Develop and implement life skills activities tailored to student needs.
• Support students in areas such as transportation, meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, hygiene, and daily living routines.
• Aid in the promotion of student success by collaborating with PACE staff, University Center staff, and floor RLAs to address student concerns.
• Provide support to students in residential, campus, and community settings.
• Maintain accurate student records, logs, progress notes, and reports.
• Assist students with portfolio development and documentation requirements.
• Assist with residence hall organization, inventory management, and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Support student move-in, move-out, and break transition processes.
• Participate in required training programs and staff meetings.
• Contribute to team initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Required.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Recreation, or related field preferred.
• 1+ year experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, or learning disabilities, or comparable experience in education, recreation, residential life, or human services.
• Experience facilitating group activities, mentoring, coaching, or supporting students or young adults.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and reside on campus as required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to travel locally within the community with students.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience in residential life, student affairs, or post-secondary transition programs.
• Experience developing or facilitating recreational, educational, or social programming.
• Knowledge of person-centered planning and independent living skill development.

Benefits

National Louis University offers a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to, Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off and Educational Opportunities. Additional information regarding full-time staff benefits can be found here.

Pay

The salary range of the grade for this position is $17 to $21.75 per hour (typical workweek is 37.5 hours). Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Offers are based on multiple factors permitted by law, including but not limited to: budgetary considerations, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, market considerations, tenure and standing with the university (applicable to current employees), and internal equity.

Application Instructions

Please Include The Following Along With Your Application Resume (Required): Cover Letter (Optional)

Current NLU employees please also submit an Internal Posting Form