Job Description

Resident Advisor (SIL) FTE 3-day

Position Title: Resident Advisor (SIL) Full Time ( 3-Days 5 pm – 7 am) 

(Awake - $18.50 - $21.75) (Overnights/Sleep - $12.00)

The Organization:

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a trauma-informed / healing-centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of its services. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Join Us?

• We offer a competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match up to 6% to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth
• An extensive orientation program is used to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Essential Functions of the Resident Advisor:

• To provide quality supervision to assigned youth during assigned shifts, evenings, overnights, and weekends. This includes being on-site, engaging youth, planning activities, and supporting youth with life skills.
• Successfully engage youth in implementing their individual goal and/or transition plan using positive youth development, trauma-informed, and culturally appropriate frameworks.
• To complete paperwork and site maintenance/cleanliness in compliance with program, county, state, and federal regulations and private grant requirements as applicable.
• Address and report any crisis or critical incident as defined by agency and/or county, state, or federal regulations according to the agency's formalized practice and protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, combined with one year of experience working with adolescents is preferred; lived experience will be considered.
• An individual 21 years of age or older, with the ability to identify with and adapt to the goals and philosophies of the independent living program.
• Candidates with internships and lived experience.
• Possesses sound judgment and knowledge of adolescent development and behavior.
• Display organizational skills and are highly adept at managing multiple tasks and assignments.
• Successful team members are creative thinkers, are flexible in their approaches to people and projects, and are capable of working with diverse groups of the population.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, including vehicle insurance and inspection on any vehicle used for daily work and transportation of clients.
• Proficient in computer knowledge & skills (i.e,. Microsoft Windows software); familiarity with the Google Suite is desired.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. X Occasionally
• Ability to walk ground to 4 townhome units and navigate stairs. X Constantly
• Ability to assist youths with grocery shopping X Constantly

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

Valley Youth House is more than a nonprofit organization. We’re a catalyst for youth to achieve their desired futures through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections. We partner with each young person we meet to help them create the best possible outcome for their unique situation.

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