What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant position at Center For Youth?
This is a relief / per diem part time position. Hours vary depending on program need. All shifts available.
The Arnett House team provides independent living supports and services to homeless and runaway youth 24 hours / day, 7 days / week, year-round, with a focus on LGBTQ and trafficked youth. Relief Resident Assistants strive to engage and establish mutually respectful, trusting relationships with the young people we serve. Residents are approached from a strength and asset-based perspective and staff form partnerships with them to help facilitate the identification of issues, concerns and needs and develop strategies to meet those needs. The ultimate goal of the team is to provide transitional care and support to RHY in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues which led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately, secure and maintain a stable living environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :
- Perform client checks (health and safety) and curfew checks as needed;
- Set house alarm system by designated time as needed;
- Provide guidance and support with inter-personal issues as they arise between residents;
- Monitor residents' adherence to program rules and expectations;
- Provide participants with access to the house and their bedrooms in the event of lock-outs;
- Respond to resident emergencies at Arnett House as indicated by program procedures and alert Agency On-Call Supervisor when appropriate;
- Possess sound judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills;
- Is youth positive, friendly, engaging and can foster a sense of trust;
- Maintain clear professional boundaries;
- Maintain accurate and up to date records on bedroom / curfew checks and incidents; and
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of an Associate's Degree in human services, education or a related field; and 1-year experience or an equivalent combination of education, employment and life experience. Must have valid drivers license.
The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.
