This is a Residential Advisor position with a company in Gulfport, Mississippi

Summary: Responsible for providing a safe and positive living environment that delivers guidance to students to ensure positive group living relations and achievement in the program in compliance with government and management directives.  Shifts may vary based on business needs.

Duties & Responsibilities: Maintain positive and effective relations with students. Provide guidance for students to achieve a positive attitude and proper behavior in the dormitory living situation, and to accomplish their goals and objectives. Determine and recommend student visits to the counselor and health staff as appropriate. Supervise, direct, and monitor dorm and student activities, as designated, including dorm government and peer court. Assist with dorm and recreational activities both on and off Center. Transport students, as needed, to and from recreational activities, airports, stores, bus stations, etc. Prepare the morning report; pass list, and other administrative correspondence relating to students, including evaluations. Direct students and assist in the cleanup and maintenance of the dormitory. Complete dorm and room inspections as assigned.  Identify and communicate dorm maintenance needs to dorm supervisor or designer.  Recommend or requisition supplies to provide needs for dorm living and safety of students. Conduct group counseling sessions and dorm meetings in accordance with the schedule. As assigned, participate in and conduct orientation activities as well as other Center committees and activities. Maintain dormitory and individual student files. Ensure files are complete, updated, and contain all required documentation. Participate in student training, as appropriate, and evaluate student progress as part of interdepartmental teams. Serve as CDO when assigned by management in absence of social development manager or dorm supervisors. Maintain accountability of students and property. Adhere to standard safety practices. Cultivate and maintain a positive Center climate that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn. Promote student attainment of career success standards through modeling appropriate skills, mentoring students, monitoring skill acquisition, and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed. Assist with monitoring student clothing trips, as required. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Successfully pass any background check and/drug test required on the contract. Ability to obtain & maintain a valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.