Resident Advisor

Overview TITLE: Resident Advisor DEPARTMENT: Wilmington Emergency Housing Residence REPORTS TO: Director of Emergency Housing AVAILABILITY: Immediate SCHEDULE: Full Time and Part Time Positions Available; 8am to 4pm or 4pm to 12am, Saturdays and Sundays (PT); 4pm to 12am Monday - Friday, evening or weekend meetings scheduled as required SALARY: $15.00 per hour; Non-Exempt The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including: Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time. Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment) Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life Most importantly – a job with a good purpose! Responsibilities POSITION: The function of the Resident Advisor is to ensure the security and well-being of the residents, assist residents with their immediate needs, and to help ensure the smooth operation of the shelter.

DUTIES:

Answer the office phone in a professional, business-like manner. Write down messages for residents and place them in their mailboxes. Walk through each floor of the building for a visual inspection every 45 minutes. Attend to and report emergency needs as they occur. Report any suspected or observed child abuse to Program Director. Ensure that residents sign in and out as they enter/leave the building. Check resident keys in and out of the intake office. Read and maintain a shift log recording all pertinent activities that occur on the shift. Keep a record of all resident mail received at the shelter and place mail in mail slots. Serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and evening snack at the posted time. Complete the Meal Count form for all children who participate in breakfast, dinner and evening snack. Assist with laundry - wash, dry, fold and store in linen closet. Ensure that residents are assigned chores. Report all emergencies or problems to the Program Director. Attend all Salvation Army Staff meetings as required. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or GED. Must be able to work independently, work well with groups and be able to demonstrate good judgement and interpersonal skills. Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army. Candidate must be able to obtain clearance required by the Joseph R. Biden III and the Child Protection Act. Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below: External candidates interested in this position please apply online at Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at No Phone Calls Please. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Salvation Army