Per Diem Residential Aide (Baxter Safe Haven)

Goddard Riverside Community Center • Elmhurst, NY

92d • $19 - $19

About The Position

The Goddard Riverside Community Center and the Stanley M. Isaacs Center are well-established Manhattan community-based agencies with a combined annual operating budget of approximately $63 million that support services to approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. Goddard Riverside and The Isaacs Center are two of New York City's leading human services organizations meeting the needs of children, youth and families, homeless individuals, and older adults throughout Manhattan and New York City. Pathways for Youth is an effort to help young adults reach age 24 prepared to be self-sustaining by providing a primary adult support to coach and assist in life planning and navigation over multiple years. The Baxter Safe Haven is a transitional housing residence for homeless adults, many with mental illness. Goddard Riverside Community Center is committed to building community and enhancing the lives of vulnerable New Yorkers by meeting essential human needs. With 27 programs across 22 sites, Goddard Riverside is an advocate for the interests of our community members, as well as a provider of a continuum of vital services, including food and shelter programs, assistance for homeless and mentally ill men and women, and comprehensive educational, cultural and recreational programs for adults and children.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates Degree preferred
• 1 year of applicable experience in shelter or residential setting
• Passion for working with individuals and families who are in transitional housing
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable working with others
• Ability to maintain accurate records, to prepare and submit all required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
• Knowledge of DHS requirements and protocols
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion
• Must be able to multi-task with strong organizational skills
• Food Protection Certificate will be required
• Driver's License preferred
• Bilingual is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience with homeless/mentally ill individuals is helpful, but not required
• Computer Literate
• Highly organized
• Strong communication skills
• Detail oriented and systems savvy
• Compassionate and personable
• Team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Perform daily room and bed inspections
• Escort client to appointments
• Assist in the monitoring and development of resident's daily independent living skills
• Provide resident welcome kits and toiletry items
• Perform nightly bed counts
• Heat and serve meals
• Conflict resolution between residents
• Manage operations desk
• Answer phones when necessary
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the building
• Monitor common areas to ensure proper usage
• Work collaboratively with building staff to assist tenants and ensure tenant safety.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED