Transitional Living Program Resident Advisor

Job overview

The Transitional Living Program Resident Advisor role is onsite at an assigned facility in Arlington Heights, IL, with occasional work in vehicles and at other agency sites. Pay is $22.60 per hour. Shelter Youth & Family Services provides housing and support programs for children and families, including transitional living for young adults. The advisor provides trauma-informed supervision and mentoring to residents ages 17–21, helping them build skills for independent living. The role supports residents’ educational, employment, housing, and personal goals while maintaining a safe, structured living environment.

What you'll do

• Supervise and mentor residents
• support daily routines, life skills, educational support, recreation, and goal setting
• model healthy coping, communication, and boundaries
• use de-escalation strategies during crises
• transport residents to appointments and meetings as needed
• support chores and shared responsibilities
• monitor safety and maintenance concerns
• maintain a clean, organized living environment
• document progress, incidents, and services
• attend staff meetings and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

resident advisor

transitional living program

arlington heights il

shelter youth & family services

youth services

trauma-informed care

life skills

crisis intervention

overnight shift

part-time

$22.60/hr

undergraduate degree required

cpr/first aid

cpi training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting seeks two part-time overnight shifts; hours and days are scheduled according to program needs. Applicants must be at least 25 and have an undergraduate degree from an accredited school. A valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of auto insurance are required. CPR/First Aid, CPI, Think Trauma training, and new-hire orientation must be completed before working independently.

About the employer

Shelter Youth & Family Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.