What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Advocate position at Boys' Haven of America, Inc.?
What we are currently looking to fill:
Monday - Friday: 7am-1pm
Saturday - Sunday: 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 11pm
And overnights 11pm - 8am
If you have a heart for young adults and want to make a real difference in someone’s life, Journey House may be the place for you. We’re looking for steady, compassionate individuals to join our team and support young men transitioning into independence.
Overview
Resident Advocates are the heart of our program. You’ll be the steady, supportive adult presence our residents rely on — offering guidance, structure, and encouragement as they work toward independence.
Duties
- Support residents in following their individualized service plans
- Provide emotional support and model healthy communication
- Teach and reinforce independent living skills
- Maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment
- Document resident progress, activities, and any concerns
- Communicate program expectations and uphold house rules
- Coordinate recreational, educational, and community activities
- Attend staff meetings and trainings
- Will transport residents to appointments or activities
- Work collaboratively with the Program Director and Case Manager
- Other duties as needed to support the program
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation
- Experience working with youth or in social services preferred
- Understanding of trauma, resilience, and at‑risk youth
- Strong communication and boundary‑setting skills
- Organized, dependable, and able to work independently
- Must pass background checks, drug screening, and TB test
About Boys’ Haven & Journey House
Boys’ Haven has been part of the Southeast Texas community since 1945, providing safety, stability, and hope to youth who need a place to call home. Today, our Journey House Transitional Living Program continues that legacy by supporting young men ages 18–24 who are experiencing homelessness, aging out of foster care, or lacking stable family connections.
Journey House offers:
- Safe, home‑like housing
- Mentoring and emotional support
- High school, trade school, and college enrollment assistance
- Employment readiness and job placement support
- Life skills classes (budgeting, cooking, hygiene, etc.)
- Driver’s education, transportation help, and car‑purchase assistance
- Community connections and long‑term stability planning
Our goal is simple: empower young adults to build strong, independent, successful futures.
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What days and times are you available to work?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation?
- Have you ever worked in a residential, group home, or social‑service setting?
- What interests you about working with young adults ages 18–24 who are transitioning out of foster care or experiencing homelessness?
- This role often requires working independently. How do you stay organized and focused without direct supervision?
- Are you able to pass a background check, drug screening, and TB test?
- What experience do you have with documentation, progress notes, or incident reporting?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $12