Residential Advisor - Evening & Night Shift

Overview

This role is for a Residential Advisor who helps maintain a secure, orderly, and encouraging dormitory setting for Job Corps trainees. The position is centered on supervision, structure, and positive guidance, with a strong emphasis on supporting young people as they work toward their goals. The employer values people who are driven by service, personal growth, and making a meaningful impact.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a Service Contract Act (SCA) position with an hourly pay rate of $17.20. The benefits package includes low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage, nine vacation days in the first year, at least 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, a retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 5%, workers’ compensation, AD&D insurance, and PSLF eligibility.

Schedule

The shift options are 3:00 pm to 12:00 am or 11:30 pm to 8:30 am.

What You Will Do

You will oversee dormitory life for students aged 16 to 24, helping ensure safety, structure, and compliance with center rules. The role involves consistent supervision, accountability, behavior guidance, and documentation of student activity and incidents during the shift.

Key Duties

• Maintain a safe, supportive, and predictable residential environment for Job Corps trainees.
• Monitor daily student activities and reinforce performance goals and expectations.
• Carry out dormitory operations in line with center policies and procedures.
• Provide day-to-day supervision to students ages 16 to 24 so that discipline and order are upheld.
• Ensure dormitories remain supervised around the clock and that residents follow all rules and procedures.
• Keep full accountability for residents and record notable events in the logbook during the shift.
• Support students as they transition into center life through supervision, behavior support, and mentoring.
• Record student information and updates in accordance with PRH requirements.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in a related area such as counseling, education, social work, rehabilitation, or vocational guidance is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is preferred.
• Candidates must successfully complete a drug screening in line with the employer’s substance abuse and drug-free workplace policy.
• Employment depends on passing a nationwide criminal background check.
• The employer notes that the job description reflects the general scope of the role and is not an exhaustive list of every task that may be assigned.

Program and Workplace Information

Job Corps is a long-running national residential career training program that helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 finish high school, gain career training, and move into employment. The program location listed for this role is Turner Job Corps, 2000 Turner Corps Rd, Albany, GA 31705. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer, provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA and related laws, and operates as a drug-free workplace while using E-Verify to confirm work eligibility. It also includes information about workplace discrimination rights and accommodation contact options.

Additional Information

The employer encourages applicants who share its values and are committed to serving others and making a difference. The role is based in Albany, Georgia.

Legal and Compliance

Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on protected characteristics under federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, and sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services can be requested as needed.

Special Notes

This position is tied to a residential training program for young adults and includes responsibility for maintaining structure, safety, and student accountability during evening and overnight hours.