Relief Resident Assistant

Company: Center for Youth Services
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. Overview: The Chrysalis House is a group home where young pregnant or parenting teens age 16-21 receive basic support including housing, counseling, and parenting training for up to 18 months. The Resident Assistant will monitor and provide support for residents in the event the On-Site Support Staff and/or Skill builders are unavailable for personal emergencies or scheduled vacation. The Relief Resident Assistant position provides on-site engagement and support that is strength-based and mutually respectful. The team's ultimate goal is to provide emergency and transitional care and support to families in crisis and homeless youth in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues that led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately secure and maintain a stable living environment. Schedule: Part time. Hours for this position are flexible and depend on the needs of the program. Location: Chrysalis House Responsibilities: Perform client checks (health and safety) and curfew checks as needed Set house alarm system by designated time as needed Provide guidance and support with inter-personal issues as they arise between residents Monitor resident's adherence to program rules and expectations Provide participants with access to the house and their bedrooms in the event of lock-outs Respond to resident emergencies at Chrysalis House as indicated by program procedures and alert Agency On-Call Supervisor when appropriate Possess sound judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills Is youth positive, friendly, engaging and can foster a sense of trust Maintain clear professional boundaries Maintain accurate and up to date records on bedroom/curfew checks and incidents Required Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Human Service/ Education or related field AND 1 year related experience OR equivalent combination Skills: Strong literacy and communication skills Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Intermediate knowledge in Internet Explorer Pay Rate: $17 per hour *All Offers may be contingent on a Background check and Driving record & Automobile insurance that meets agency insurance carrier requirements. The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities

Keywords: Center for Youth Services, West Seneca , Relief Resident Assistant, Social Services , Rochester, New York