Relief Resident Assistant
Center for Youth Services
Location
City of Rochester, New York
Quick overview
The Relief Resident Assistant provides on-site support, monitoring, and guidance for pregnant and parenting teens in a group home setting. Key duties include performing safety checks, managing house security, and responding to resident emergencies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Human Services, Education, or a related field combined with one year of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.
Job description
The Center for Youth
Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice.
Overview
The Chrysalis House is a group home where young pregnant or parenting teens age 16-21 receive basic support including housing, counseling, and parenting training for up to 18 months. The Resident Assistant will monitor and provide support for residents in the event the On-Site Support Staff and/or Skill builders are unavailable for personal emergencies or scheduled vacation. The Relief Resident Assistant position provides on-site engagement and support that is strength-based and mutually respectful. The team's ultimate goal is to provide emergency and transitional care and support to families in crisis and homeless youth in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues that led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately secure and maintain a stable living environment.
Schedule
Part time. Hours for this position are flexible and depend on the needs of the program.
Location: Chrysalis House
Responsibilities
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 resident's 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 Chrysalis 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 Required Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Human Service/ Education or related field AND 1 year related experience OR equivalent combination Skills: Strong literacy and communication skills Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Intermediate knowledge in Internet Explorer Pay Rate: $17 per hour The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities
