Lead Independent Living Advisor at Education & Training Resources LLC

Vergennes, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

56330.04

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Management, Leadership, Behavior management, Customer service, Case management, Problem-solving, Decision-making, Communication, Mentoring, Data entry, Conflict resolution, Supervision, Training, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provides supervision, training, assessment, and leadership for Residential Staff.  Ensures accurate accountability of students that are present for duty on center.  Provides counseling and guidance to students in assigned dorm on attitude, behavior and inter-personal relationships with others.  Monitors student activity in the dorm and ensure appropriate student behavior.  Directs students and may assist during maintenance and clean-up of dorms and dorm areas.  Provides students with training in independent living and leadership skills.  Reinforces positive behaviors and holds students accountable for negative behaviors.  Maintains all shift logs, enters data into the Center Information System and Student Folders and reports any unusual or critical incidents to superiors.  Supports Dorm Supervisor, Counselor and other team members in providing effective case management services to students on their assigned caseloads.  Acts as a member of a team with other Independent Living Advisors assigned to a dormitory by completing assigned shift duties and communicating all shift specific information appropriately.  Acts as an advisor to Student Peer Court.  Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:  Basic understanding of management practices; proven ability to lead and support a team  Working knowledge of behavior management techniques  Strong customer service skills; knowledge and understanding of the needs of disadvantaged youth  Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal  Ability to meet frequent deadlines and handle stressful, hectic situations without loss of efficiency and composure  Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel and Outlook, etc. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:  4 year degree including 15 hours of course work in social services or counseling fields. EXPERIENCE:  Residential experience in a group home or college dormitory setting. Experience in Job Corps preferred.  Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

The Lead Independent Living Advisor provides supervision, training, and leadership to residential staff while managing student behavior and case services in a dormitory environment. They are responsible for maintaining accurate shift logs, mentoring students, and ensuring a safe and productive living center.