Residential Advisor

Company: Strategix Management
Location: Joliet
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Residential AdvisorJoliet Job Corps Center, Joliet, ILStrategix Management LLCGUARANTEED $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!Company DescriptionStrategix Management LLC (Strategix) is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) management consulting firm with offices in Washington, DC. We focus on providing federal government agencies and other clients with innovative solutions to modernize how they do business and serve their constituents. Strategix has experienced exceptional growth across all practice areas by applying our teams collective management consulting experience and by providing breakthrough solutions with superior client service. We are seeking talented professionals who are focused on innovation, servant-leadership, and real-world change to support and continue our rapid growth.As a federal contractor, Strategix Management LLC is required to comply with federal agency guidelines regarding COVID safety protocols. Currently these guidelines require that employees at federal contract sites -either -be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or -if -not fully vaccinated, -provide -daily -proof of a negative COVID test within the past 72 hours to gain -entry to the site, as well as comply with masking and physical distancing protocols. -Strategix will consider accommodations for disability and religious-based reasons as requested. -Additional safety guidelines include a daily health questionnaire for monitoring symptoms and strict cleaning and disinfecting of high touched, frequently used areas/objects to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 as recommended by the CDC. -
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Job DescriptionMake a difference in a young persons life! We are seeking a Residential Advisor at the Joliet Job Corps Center in Illinois. Job Corps is a federally funded, residential vocational training program for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth aged 16-24, with over 120 locations across the U.S. (www.JobCorps.gov). The Residential Advisor role provides overall guidance and direction to assigned students to help them acclimate to group living standards, develop positive, independent living and social skills, and adhere to Job Corps behavioral standards to successfully complete the program. Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Summary of Essential Functions

• Follow strict accountability documentation requirements to account for students whereabouts during non-training hours.
• Participate in regular evaluations of student progress and case management meetings to provide input on social development, behavioral progress, and interventions as needed.
• Provide instruction and guidance to students in developing self-management skills including personal responsibility, maintaining clean living areas, good personal hygiene, and positive peer relations.
• Supervise and participate in daily dorm cleanup, monitor supplies, and submit requisitions and repair requests to management as needed.
• Conduct daily student dorm room and common area checks and counsel students as needed to promote orderly and clean-living conditions.
• Lead group support sessions as assigned by management to identify and address specific independent living and social development needs.
• Communicate with the parents/guardians of minors regarding attendance as needed.
• Follow all non-health standing orders in collaboration with medical staff and adhere to center protocols in managing emergency situations.
• Facilitate the dormitory Peer Court in alignment with the centers Behavior Management Plan and enforce sanctions for minor behavioral infractions.
• Transport students to various off-campus activities and events as needed using center vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimumHigh school diploma or equivalent and one years experience working with youth. High level of conflict resolution and verbal communication skills. Information technology proficiency including MS Office. Unless waived by management, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required. A CDL may be required by management.PreferredAssociates in human services or related field and two years experience working with youth.The requirements listed above represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Additional informationWhy Our Work MattersOur firm has partnered with some of the most influential commercial organizations and government agencies to provide mission critical and high priority solutions to the most challenging national and global issues. At Strategix, we listen to understand our customers' real needs and deliver real solutions to imagine, safeguard and develop a more connected and healthier world.Strategix Management LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.Company Sponsored Benefits. As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Strategixs compensation package including health benefits from CareFirst Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. Our medical insurance includes nationwide POS (PPO equivalent) options ranging from Bronze to Platinum levels with an employer contribution of 70% and an employee contribution of 30% for the base plan. Our dental and vision insurance includes an employer contribution of 75% and an employee contribution of 25% for the respective corporate selected plans.Additional benefits include:
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • 2 weeks of Vacation Days per calendar year
  • 40 Hours of Sick Leave
  • 10 Paid Federal Holidays
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

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