Transitional Program; Tlp Resident Advisor

TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAM (TLP) RESIDENT ADVISOR

Provide trauma‑informed, youth‑centered support to young adults ages 17‑21 participating in the Transitional Living Program. This position ensures a safe, supportive, and structured living environment while assisting participants in developing the skills necessary to achieve independence. Essential functions include daily supervision, crisis intervention, life‑skills coaching, documentation, transportation, and coordination of services to help youth meet their educational, employment, housing, and personal goals in accordance with agency policies and program standards.

• Resident Supervision and Teaching
  • Provide supervision, support, and mentoring to youth in accordance with program policies.
  • Implement trauma‑informed care practices that emphasize safety and independence.
  • Supervise and assist residents with daily activities and routines.
  • Assist youth with daily living skills, educational support, recreational activities, and goal setting.
  • Model healthy coping skills, communication, and boundaries for youth.
  • Intervene in crisis situations using de‑escalation strategies that prioritize safety.
  • Provide transportation of residents to appointments, meetings, or staffings as needed.
  • Comply with agency policies and procedures and the Department of Children and Family Services "Code of Ethics for Child Welfare Professionals."
• House Management
  • Support youth in completing daily chores and responsibilities to promote life skills and shared accountability.
  • Model and encourage respect for shared spaces, personal belongings, and community areas.
  • Monitor for safety hazards and promptly report or address maintenance concerns.
  • Teach and reinforce healthy routines related to hygiene, nutrition, and personal responsibility.
  • Oversee and maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment in accordance with program and licensing standards.
• Program Administration
  • Implement daily routine as designed in the TLP Procedure Manual.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of youth progress, incidents, and services.
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings and in‑service training.
  • Carry out all duties as designated by the TLP Coordinator.

Accountability
TLP Resident Advisors are supervised and directly accountable on all matters to the TLP Coordinator.

Hours of Employment
Hours and days are scheduled by the TLP Coordinator according to program needs. Currently, two part‑time overnight shifts are available.

• Must be at least 25 years of age in accordance with Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Licensing Standards for Transitional Living Programs.
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited school required; degree in human services field desired.
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of Shelter's mission, vision, and values.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and proof of Illinois auto insurance.
• Meet Child Care Facility Driver requirements per the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• Complete a Medical and T.B. test and be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 per CDC guidelines.
• Fingerprinting by the State of Illinois and a full background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• Submit official educational transcripts from the last school where a degree was awarded.
• Become certified in CPR/First Aid, CPI, and complete in‑service Think Trauma training and New Hire Orientation before working independently.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The role requires frequent sitting, talking, hearing, standing, walking, and using hands to handle objects. Occasionally, the position requires climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting, and running. The employee must be capable of working a varied shift schedule. Must satisfy must mandatory vision abilities include near, distance, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in the assigned facility and occasionally in vehicles, meeting rooms at the facility, and other agency sites.

Classification Status
This is a non‑exempt position.

Salary
$22.60 per hour.