Community Shelter Resident Advisor​/1st Shift - Community Shelter Campus

Community Shelter Resident Advisor (FT & PT/1st Shift) - Community Shelter Campus

The Resident Advisor (RA) staff provides immediate resident support to those served in the Community Shelter. The RA works closely with all shelter staff to meet residents' needs and promote safety, healing, and empowerment. The RA assists in creating a welcoming, inclusive, client‑focused environment.

One (1) person for a part‑time, non‑exempt basis. Hourly salary $21.20 (dependent on experience).

Location:

Community Shelter Campus in Pecan Springs‑Springdale. No travel or remote work. Shift: Saturday and Sunday, 8 am to 4 pm. Specify part‑time shift in cover letter.

One (1) person for a full‑time, non‑exempt basis. Hourly salary $21.20 (dependent on experience).

Location:

Community Shelter Campus in Pecan Springs‑Springdale. No travel or remote work. Shift: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm. Specify full‑time shift in cover letter.

This is an essential staff position. Essential staff must report to work during inclement weather, possibly staying beyond their scheduled shift or arriving earlier or delayed until conditions permit safety.

• Health insurance, short‑term disability, and life insurance (employer paid) with optional dependent coverage.
• Paid time off accrue up to 15 days a year, prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
• 8 standard paid holidays.
• Up to 4 personal holidays, use at your preference.
• Voluntary benefits including dental, vision, flexible spending, and pet insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 100% employer match up to 1% of pay and discretionary 2% contribution after one year of eligible service.
• Benefit plans effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
• Benefit and paid‑time‑off eligibility depends on full‑time employment status and may be subject to change.

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field required.
• Equivalent years of professional‑level relevant experience accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• One to two years of crisis intervention experience preferred.
• Knowledge of domestic violence, sexual abuse, human trafficking, child abuse, and homelessness preferred.
• Experience providing direct service advocacy or case management services.
• Ability to work in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate phones, computers, and office equipment.
• Visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, and reviewing materials in standard typeface size 10 or above.
• Capability to sit and stand for extended periods; can intermittently push, pull, or lift 20+ lbs.
• Occasional exposure to adverse conditions, hazardous environments, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather possible.
• Completion of the 40‑Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six months of employment, plus ongoing annual continuing education.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks, pre‑employment drug screen and TB test (if applicable).
• Compliance with COVID‑19 policies; vaccinations recommended.

• Applications are not accepted via email, Linked In or other social media messaging services.
• Applications will be accepted until positions are filled and candidates will be notified via email of status.
• All new employees start on either the 1st or 16th of the month; if that date is a weekend, the start is moved to the preceding Friday or following Monday.
• All employees attend a three‑day new employee orientation, in‑person and virtual, during the first three business days of the month.

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