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Posted: November 15, 2019 (2253 days ago)

Added to FreshGovJobs: December 5, 2025 (41 days ago)

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Residential Advisor #60011167 (2nd shift)

State of South Carolina

School for the Deaf and the Blind

Stale

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$23,423 - $35,135

per year

Type

Closes

January 31, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing students at a school for the deaf and blind during the second shift, ensuring their safety, teaching daily living skills like hygiene and study habits, and handling behavior issues.

It's ideal for someone patient and caring who enjoys working with children, especially those with special needs, in a supportive residential setting.

The role focuses on helping students build independence and good habits while maintaining a secure dorm environment.

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED
  • Three years of successful work experience supervising children in a caregiving role
  • Preferred: Experience with special needs children who have developmental or sensory disabilities
  • Alternative: Associate's Degree and one year of experience supervising children in caregiving
  • Ability to communicate using modalities dependent on placement (e.g., sign language for deaf students)
  • Verification of education and any applicable certifications if selected for interview

Full Job Description

Supervises and monitors student behavior and location, including enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct. Documents and reports student discipline, behavior, and injury problems, following up to ensure appropriate and successful student outcomes per department policies and procedures. Teaches students good personal hygiene, appropriate behavior and independent living skills. Assists the student in developing good study habits and helps with homework. Teaches and assists students in caring for their dorm and personal areas, as well as assisting them with developing acceptable work habits, dining skills, and social skills. Ensures that students are properly dressed and clothing is clean and in good repair. Ensures the safety and security of students and their environment.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma, or equivalent GED, and three years of successful work experience providing supervision of children in a caregiving capacity. Prefer experience with special needs children who have developmental or sensory disabilities; or an Associate's Degree and one year of experience providing supervision of children in a caregiving capacity. This position may require communication modalities dependent upon employment placement.

Additional Information

If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcript) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (i.e., nursing license, teacher licensure, bus driving certification).

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Posted on NEOGOV: 11/15/2019 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 12/5/2025

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-2632686