On-Call Residential Support Worker (Evening/Weekend) - Washington, DC)

SOME•Washington, DC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking compassionate and dedicated on-call staff to provide essential services across its residential, adult, transitional, and family housing programs. This flexible, on-demand role covers shifts as needed, including staff vacations and holidays. Staff support clients’ safety, well-being, and dignity during evening and overnight hours. Assignments may be at locations in southeast, northwest, and northeast Washington, DC. The schedule is flexible and as needed, with availability required between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM. Employees may work up to 29 hours per week. The position is designated safety sensitive and may be subject to drug testing before or during employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in human services and/or the substance abuse or recovery field.
Valid driver’s license.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to set professional boundaries with staff and clients.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to look at a computer screen for several hours a day and potentially sit for long periods.
Availability to work as needed between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM; employees may work up to 29 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Provide essential services that support clients’ safety, well-being, and dignity during evening and overnight hours.
Cover shifts as needed, including during staff vacations and holidays, and assist with various programs and activities.
Safely transport clients or residents in a SOME vehicle when needed.
Document incidents and complete monitoring and observation notes or logs as required.
Monitor medical information, including medication management.