What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Assistant position at Brighton Center Inc?
Brighton Center, Inc. is a private non-profit community-based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership.
Purpose:
Residential Assistants (RAs) provide direct supervision to residents of Brighton Center’s Homeward Bound Shelter. The 24/7 shelter serves abused, neglected, and homeless youth ages 11-17, males and females. RAs actively engage with youth to enhance their progress towards individual goals. RAs play an essential role in supporting youth as they build life skills, participate in school, seek employment, and increase their social-emotional wellbeing.
Job Responsibilities:
3rd Shift - Weekends
- Provide supervision, support, and behavior management as needed to youth
- Oversee the safety of residents and the facility
- Answer all hotline calls and providing crisis counseling as necessary
- Complete required shift documentation
- Ensure cleanliness of the facility
- Collaborate with Treatment Team regarding youth progress toward goals
- Attend monthly employee meetings and training as necessary
Requirements:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Two years’ experience working with at-risk adolescents preferred
- Must have a High School diploma, some college preferred
- Have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record for at least the past 5 years
- Residential experience a plus
What we offer:
- Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
- 11.5 Paid Holidays
- Childcare Discount
- Agency Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Professional Development
- Education Awards
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly wage of $15 - $16.
If you are interested in this position, please log on to www.brightoncenter.com/careers and apply today! Come join a growing agency!
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Salary : $15 - $16
