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Penndel Mental Health Center

Resident Advisor

Langhorne, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $17.75/hr

At our organization, every role in our organization contributes directly to our mission to ... Resident Advisor Location: Lower Road, Newportville, PA FT/PT: Full-time/part-time General ...

Intercommunity Action I

RESIDENT ADVISOR

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16.20/hr

Responsibilities will be performed in accordance with Interact's CHS policies and procedures. FUNCTIONS: The Resident Advisor's responsibilities are to prepare residents for independent living under ...

AEG

Resident Advisor

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

$33K/yr

... in four of its first five years of existence. JOB SUMMARY : The RA will be given a room on property to live, and meals will be provided, plus wages and benefits. The Resident Advisor (RA) serves as ...

Covenant House New York

Resident Advisor

New York, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $20.50/hr

At CHNY, our doors are open to all young people in need, regardless of race, religion, sexual ... Assists with audit preparation and dry and live audits of the program. Qualifications * High School ...

Asset Living

Part Time Resident Advisor

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$14 - $16.25/hr

Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our ... RESIDENT ADVISOR The Resident Advisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of resident ...

Covenant House New York

Resident Advisor

New York, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $20.50/hr

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope. About the role The Resident Advisor provides all Youth Shelter ...

Asset Living

Part Time Resident Advisor

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our ... RESIDENT ADVISOR The Resident Advisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of resident ...

Asset Living

Part Time Resident Advisor

Napa, CA

$18.50 - $21.25/hr

Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our ... RESIDENT ADVISOR The Resident Advisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of resident ...

Covenant House New York

Resident Advisor

New York, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $20.50/hr

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope. About the role The Resident Advisor provides all Youth Shelter ...

Alternatives For Girls

Resident Advisor

Detroit, MI · On-site

The Residential Advisor is responsible for overseeing and training participating residents on ... Review goals and assist in developing appropriate objectives. * Mentor and spend time with clients ...

Covenant House New York

Resident Advisor

New York, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $20.50/hr

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope. About the role The Resident Advisor provides all Youth Shelter ...

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Resident Advisor

Wilmington, DE • On-site

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Non-Profits • 5 - 10K employees
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$15/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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 http://careers.salvationarmy.org.
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.
No Phone Calls Please.
Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 3/10/26.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Salvation Army's Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Requisition No. 2570

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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