Senior Residential Advisor

Description

Position Summary:

The Senior Residential Advisor (SRA) oversees Residential Advisors, fosters a positive and safe residential community, and ensures the maintenance and functionality of the dormitory environment. The SRA mentors staff and students, ensures policy adherence, and promotes a culture of safety, discipline, and career success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervises Residential Advisors, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Conducts regular meetings with Residential Advisors to address responsibilities, concerns, and training needs.
• Coordinates and manages RA schedules, including duty rosters and dormitory coverage.
• Conducts and reviews monthly audits of case notes, ESPs, and PCDPs.
• Performs daily maintenance of dormitory areas, including changing light bulbs and minor repairs such as washer/dryer maintenance.
• Inventories and delivers Social Development supplies to appropriate areas.
• Monitors cafeteria areas during dinner meals to ensure proper student behavior.
• Maintains grounds around dormitories and Social Development areas.
• Promotes an environment of self-discipline, mutual respect, and awareness of others among residents.
• Models, mentors, and monitors Career Success Standards (CSS).
• Oversees programs and initiatives to support residents' academic, social, and personal growth.
• Maintains an environment where students and staff feel safe and secure.
• Conducts fire and safety inspections, documenting results in log books.
• Ensures compliance with DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps Bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains electronic logs as directed and authorized.
• Participates in PRH-mandated staff training and complies with training requirements.
• Attends staff in-service training sessions and other meetings as directed.
• Assists in dormitories as a functioning Residential Advisor upon request.
• Maintains order and discipline in assigned dormitories, addressing conflicts and concerns promptly.
• Transports students to activities, events, or appointments as assigned.
• Ensures dormitory  areas are well-maintained and comply with safety practices.

Requirements

 Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience in residential life.
• Experience in student housing, residential life, or similar fields is highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Manages and resolves conflicts effectively.
• Proficient in basic maintenance tasks and safety practices.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.