What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Advisor Specialist position at Tharros Place?
Job description
Tharros Place is a residential child care home that provides support and shelter for survivors of human trafficking for girls between the ages of 12-17. Tharros, meaning courage in Greek, is the motivating force for survivors which allows them to envision the future that they desire for themselves. Our trauma-informed approach and plans are customized for each survivor. The mission of Tharros Place is to "Cultivate a culture of courage for adolescent survivors of human trafficking through compassionate and safe residential care, empowered and respected staff, and collaborative community outreach."
Position Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum Age 21
- High school diploma or GED plus willingness to complete on-the-job training.
- Attention to detail and the ability to solve problems quickly and responsibly.
- Excellent communication skills in both writing and speaking
- Satisfactory clearance of criminal background, DMV, and drug screenings
- CPR and First Aid certified.
- Preferred: One to two years of experience working with youth or an Associates degree in Human Services or a related field.
Essential Job Responsibility
- Provide assistance at campus/program by enforcing rules, modeling positive behavior, and serving as mentor for young people.
- Provide for the needs, care, protection, and supervision of youth in the program.
- Responsible for the daily care and supervision of youth at campus/program
- Responsible for the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the campus/program
- Provide a stabilizing and nurturing environment that promotes, safety, well-being and permanency.
- Oversee daily operations of the program including completing necessary paperwork such as daily logs, incident reports, and medication administration as necessary.
- Organize and facilitate recreational activities including games, physical fitness, and scheduled events on a daily basis.
- Assess group dynamics and collaborate with team members to create activities for desired outcomes such as relationship building, positive social interaction, and improved self-confidence.
- Foster collaboration and leadership through activities that promote teamwork and encourage participants to actively pursue responsibility.
Traits & Distinguishing Characteristics
- Quality interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to use computers
- Excellent listening and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple issues on demand.
- Maintains exceptionally high standards of integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to work with a group or independently.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.; kneel, bend and carry items; and sustain periods of walking, standing, sitting.
- Ability to physically assist youth according to their needs and perform physical restraint if necessary.
- Takes ownership of work and demonstrates willingness to accept responsibility for decisions and actions.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Loan forgiveness
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pooler, GA 31322 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pooler, GA 31322: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19
