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Advanced Human Services Worker/Residential Advisor

Potential Earnings Range:

$29,910-$62,212*

Per year after graduation

Offered at

Job Corps Centers

Are you interested in working with others and helping students? Do you thrive under structure and protocols? Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Advanced Human Services Worker/Residential Advisor training program.

On the job, you will:

Determine the type of care clients need and assist them with obtaining benefits and services
Research services available to clients, such as food stamps and Medicaid
Work directly with clients to ensure services are provided appropriately
Assist with completing paperwork and coordination of services
Work with a variety of clients, including children and families, seniors, people with disabilities, people with addictions, veterans, people with mental illnesses, formerly incarcerated people, or people experiencing homelessness

The credentials you'll earn:

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages and promotions. Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.

CPR/First Aid certification
Customer Service Training as part of the Regional Minimum Standards

Some of the career options you'll have:

Most Advanced Human Services Worker/Residential Advisor graduates go to work as residential advisors on Job Corps centers, college campuses and other related industries. They aid students in their transition onto center and assist them by answering non-training-related questions.

Requirements:

High school diploma or the equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
Complete a Job Corps basic training program
Passing scores on all written and performance tests
Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
At least 17 years old

Positive attendance and progress record
Written recommendation from Job Corps center personnel
Health clearance at current center
Strong work ethic and determination to succeed

* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?

Don’t worry! Speak with your current career training instructor at your campus. They will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

Program Details

Explore location features and learn how to apply.

Kittrell Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://kittrell.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Kittrell, NC

Availability:

15 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Danielle Williams

Email: williams.danielle.x@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 252-438-9127

Red Rock Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://redrock.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Lopez, PA

Availability:

15 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Tom Bird

Email: bird.tom@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 570-477-0300

Meet the Staff

Christine Smith

Christine Smith is the Advanced Human Services Worker, Residential Advisor instructor at Red Rock Job Corps Center, giving students the skills they need to enter the field. Christine has experience as a family worker, advocate, caseworker and program coordinator. She enjoys passing her expertise along to students.

Gary Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://gary.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

San Marcos, TX

Availability:

15 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Betty Oliva

Email: oliva.betty@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 512-396-6537

Meet the Staff

LaShanda Thompson

LaShanda Thompson is a Gary Job Corps Center graduate and now serves as the Advanced Human Services instructor on campus. Her educational background is in psychology and art, with work experience in human services, career services and adolescent development. Her roles in these fields give her insight into career skills to effectively train students in the field.

Curlew Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Program Details

Website: https://curlew.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Curlew, WA

Availability:

15 slots

Real Stories

Don’t just take our word for it. Check out these stories from real Job Corps students who have trained in this advanced training program.

Kendale

Gary Job Corps Center

Kendale graduated from Gary Job Corps in 2005, but that turned out to be just the beginning of his Job Corps journey. After receiving Advanced Human Services training, he later returned to Gary Job Corps as a staff member and has since held several different roles. “[My Job Corps experience] was above and beyond,” Kendale said. “It showed me a different way of life and that I can do hard things and conquer my fears—it gave me the push and drive and motivation I needed to reach my goals.” Throughout his training, multiple instructors made a lasting impact on his life by believing in him and not letting him give up on his goals. Now, as a staff member at Job Corps, he’s able to share his personal story with students and encourage them to reach their goals the same way his instructors supported him.