Residence Advisor

Reports to: Director of Residential Services

FLSA: Part Time Non-Exempt

Work Location
: YMCA Downtown Branch, Syracuse, NY

Salary Range: $24.00/hour

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We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
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Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Director of Case Management & Programming, the Residence Advisor will provide individual case management to help residents maintain recovery from addiction and transition into self-sufficiency and independent living. The Residence Advisor will work 1-on-1 with residents to develop specific goals and objects to continue down the path of success.

The Residence Advisor assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

• Salary Range $24.00/hour;
  Part-time Non-Exempt
• YMCA Membership

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Review all referrals to the Residence department and interview potential residents.
• Make service recommendations to enhance the residents’ current plan for a successful stay at the YMCA.
• Conduct 1-on-1 sessions with current residents to provide access to support and treatment programs.
• Complete detailed case notes on each potential resident interview and current resident 1-on-1 sessions
• Maintain appropriate individual file documentation as well as overall statistical information for all residents and services provided.
• Schedule follow-up sessions with residents in need of periodic counseling.
• Provide on-site practical assistance, crisis intervention and goal planning for residents.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and direction which will enhance an appropriate recovery and environment amongst the residence quarters.
• Assist in determining if the YMCA is an appropriate housing option for each potential resident and ensure continuous support is in place for lasting results.
• Provide supportive linkages between residents and referral agencies, brokerage, networking, advocacy and local resources and support services.
• Ensure residents are involved with appropriate outpatient drug and alcohol treatment and/or mental health providers.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies,…