Resident Life Assistant (Live-in

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Job Location s: US-IL-Chicago

Category:
Student Services/Engagement

Position Type:
Staff (Full-Time)

Who We Are:

National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. As an institution, we believe in providing access to educational opportunity and that education is our greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community that is committed to continuous improvement and superior student service.

We believe that through education we are able to empower change and build healthy communities. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students.

Path to Academics, Community and Employment (PACE) is a three-year, post-secondary certificate program designed to meet the transitional needs of young adults with multiple intellectual, learning, and developmental disabilities.

National Louis University is seeking applicants interested in joining our team as PACE Resident Life Assistant. The Resident Life Assistant (RLA) supports students in the Path to Academics, Community and Employment (P.A.C.E.) program by fostering independent living, social engagement, and personal development within a residential college environment. Serving as a mentor, educator, and resource, the RLA utilizes the residence hall as a learning environment where students develop life skills, social competencies, and community participation.

The RLA partners with students, staff, and campus resources to promote student success while supporting residential programming, student activities, and daily operations.

This is a live-in, full-time, ten-month position that requires evening and weekend availability.

• Facilitate and participate in residential and student life activities, including leading a student club each quarter.
• Plan and oversee weekend programming and community-based activities.
• Monitor and respond to the RLA duty phone while assigned.
• Review and manage Campus Leave Requests (CLRs) and guest requests.
• Promote student participation in campus and community life.

• Provide individual and group instruction in independent living and life skills.
• Develop and implement life skills activities tailored to student needs.
• Support students in areas such as transportation, meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, hygiene, and daily living routines.

• Assist students in navigating social, behavioral, and residential challenges.
• Collaborate with PACE staff, University Center staff, and floor RLAs to address student concerns and support student success.
• Provide support to students in residential, campus, and community settings

• Maintain accurate student records, logs, progress notes, and reports.
• Assist students with portfolio development and documentation requirements.

• Assist with residence hall organization, inventory management, and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Support student move-in, move-out, and break transition processes.

• Participate in required training programs and staff meetings.
• Contribute to team initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

• High School Diploma/GED Required.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Recreation, or related field preferred.
• 1+ year experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, or learning disabilities, or comparable experience in education, recreation, residential life, or human services.
• Experience facilitating group activities, mentoring, coaching, or supporting students or young adults.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and reside on campus as required.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to travel locally within the community with students.
• Teamwork:
  Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions…