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Job Title:  

Residential Advisor

Agency:

Department of Education

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005954

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Education is hiring a Residential Advisor for the Georgia Academy for the Blind in Macon, Georgia. This position monitors students in a residential/home-life environment; observes, documents, and reports student behavior and progress; assists students in developing independent living skills; and helps maintain a clean, healthy, safe, and supportive residential setting. The Residential Advisor plays a vital role in fostering student growth, independence, and self-confidence while providing a structured and nurturing environment that supports students' academic, social, and personal development

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise students in residential cottages during assigned shifts, including evenings and other scheduled hours.
• Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of students at all times.
• Establish and maintain positive, respectful, and supportive relationships with students.
• Assist students with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, organization, and other personal needs as appropriate.
• Support students in following daily schedules, routines, cottage expectations, and school policies.
• Monitor student activities and provide appropriate supervision during recreational, social, educational, and community activities.
• Assist with transportation and supervision of students during approved off-campus activities and field trips.
• Provide guidance and support in resolving conflicts and addressing behavioral concerns in accordance with established procedures.
• Observe, document, and report student behavior, incidents, injuries, concerns, and significant events to the appropriate supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and other staff regarding student needs and concerns.
• Follow individual student plans, safety procedures, medical instructions, and directions provided by school personnel.
• Assist with meals, snacks, and other student needs as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe residential environment.
• Conduct required room, cottage, and student checks according to established procedures.
• Complete required documentation, logs, reports, and other assigned records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Comply with all Georgia Academy for the Blind policies, procedures, rules, and safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience working with children, adolescents, or young adults in a school, residential, childcare, or community setting.
• Experience working with students who are blind, visually impaired, or have disabilities preferred.
• Experience providing supervision, guidance, and support to students in a residential, dormitory, or group living environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in a related field; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Health Aide 2 (HCS021) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.