Benefits:
401(k)
Paid time off
About the Role:
Caramore Community, Inc. is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Bridge Housing Residential Advisor (RA) to join their team in Carrboro, NC. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of individuals transitioning toward greater independence and stability. If you're passionate about community support and person-centered care, we want to hear from you!
Part-Time Bridge Housing Residential Advisor (RA) – Chapel Hill
Caramore Community
15 Hours Per Week | One Weekend Per Month
Make a Difference. Build Independence. Support Recovery.
Caramore Community is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Part-Time Bridge Housing Residential Advisor (RA) for our Chapel Hill Bridge Housing program!
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals as they work toward recovery, personal growth, and greater independence.
The Bridge Housing Residential Advisor provides support and supervision to residents while helping maintain a safe, structured, and welcoming home environment. Through encouragement, education, and hands-on guidance, the RA helps residents develop the skills and confidence necessary for successful independent living.
What You'll Do
Provide individualized support and encouragement to residents as they work toward personal goals.
Teach independent living skills, including medication management, budgeting, cooking, nutrition, household responsibilities, and accessing health care and community resources.
Support residents in developing decision-making, self-advocacy, and problem-solving skills.
Assist residents with program orientation, transitions, and transportation needs.
Prepare nightly meals and encourage residents to participate in meal planning and preparation.
Help manage household budgets, grocery shopping, and household supplies.
Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming residential environment.
Monitor resident well-being and respond appropriately to behavioral, medical, or psychiatric concerns.
Encourage positive behavior, social engagement, physical activity, and community involvement.
Complete daily shift reports and communicate regularly with team members.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and resident goal planning.
Model positive communication, appropriate boundaries, and a supportive, recovery-oriented attitude.
Required Qualifications
Current Peer Support Specialist (PSS) certification required.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Valid driver's license.
Reliable personal vehicle that is registered and insured.
Ability to travel within the community to provide resident support.
Current CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certification.
The Ideal Candidate
Is compassionate, patient, personable, and dependable.
Remains calm and confident in stressful or crisis situations.
Has a positive attitude and believes in the potential for recovery and personal growth.
Demonstrates good judgment, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
Enjoys helping others learn practical life skills.
Can balance encouragement and compassion with structure and accountability.
Has a great sense of humor and brings a positive presence to the workplace.
Work Environment
This position works primarily within Chapel Hill Bridge Housing, with additional responsibilities in community settings and during resident transportation. The role involves administrative duties and hands-on residential support, including cooking, walking, standing, light lifting, and household activities.
The work can be unpredictable at times and requires flexibility, patience, and the ability to respond appropriately to residents' changing needs.
Position Details
Position: Part-Time Bridge Housing Residential Advisor (RA) – Chapel Hill
Organization: Caramore Community
Schedule: 15 hours per week
Weekend Commitment: One weekend per month
Reports To: Bridge Housing Manager
Join Our Team!
At Caramore Community, we believe in supporting individuals as they build meaningful lives, develop independence, and achieve their personal recovery goals.
If you are a certified Peer Support Specialist who is caring, dependable, and passionate about helping others succeed, we would love to hear from you!
APPLY TODAY!
Interested candidates should email Kristin at:
KRogers@caramore.org