Residential Assistant (West Virginia)

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence. Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $17.50 to $19.70 and may commensurate with experience. We are currently seeking a part-time Residential Assistant for ExodusMaya Angelou House in West Virginia. Position Description: The Residential Assistant will provide monitoring and oversight of residentialtransitional housing facilities and residents. Required: HS DegreeGED; 1-3 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment Required LicenseCertification: CPRFirst Aid; AED; Food Handler's License; Crisis Intervention (Training); Driver's License Schedule: Friday & Saturday 12:00 midnight - 8:00am (16 hours per week) Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required: * Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues * Ability to set professional boundaries * Conflict resolution and problem solving skills * Relationship building skills * Organized with an attention to detail * Ability to communicate with diverse audiences * Ability to maintain calm in crisis situations * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work independently * Demonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive issues Program OperationsExpectations: * Perform room checks and hourly house walk-throughs * Ensure house chores are completed * Assist residents in preparing meals, as needed * Monitor resident compliance with rules and regulations * Provide documentation and maintain communication logs * Respond to crisis situations or medical emergencies and report to management and on-call staff * Monitor resident self-medication during shift * Provide supervision of the facility and residents during assigned shift; maintain safety and security of the facility * Provide assistance to residents with daily living activities Reports to: Program Manager Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit or stand for long periods. Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana. To Apply: Go to our career page at

Created: 2024-11-05