Part-Time Residence Manager - Webster Residence

The Doe Fund Inc•New York, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking a Residence Manager for The Doe Fund's newest permanent supportive housing program for homeless men and women living with HIV/AIDS. The program is designed to provide long-term residential care and twenty-four-hour support services in a community environment that maximizes residents' independence while ensuring their physical and emotional security and well-being. Half of the residents will be referred by the New York City HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA) and the other half will be apartments for affordable to low-income households. The Residence Manager is responsible for the supervision of the residents and the overall operation of the facility during designated shifts. S/he will work collaboratively with the Clinical team and the Program Director to ensure that resident needs are being met as well as the safety of the facility. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and an understanding of working with the HIV/AIDS populations. The shifts that we are looking to cover are: Saturday – Sunday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm OR 9:00 pm to 9:00 am.

Requirements

You have a High School diploma or GED, some college preferred
You have at least two years of experience working in social service, residential setting
The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, mental illness, and homelessness
You can work independently
You have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
You have excellent oral and written communication skills
You have computer skills – internet and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

A Fire Safety certification is preferred (F-02 or F-80)

Responsibilities

Manage any challenging situations and/or crises that may occur at the facility
Function as a liaison between the residents and the staff
Collaborate with the security staff during the tour of duty to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents
Responsible for handling any incidents that may occur at the facility and completing an Incident Report Form, as needed
Communicate noteworthy events to the Program Director and the Clinical team as well as document them in the appropriate logbook
Attend all mandatory staff meetings
Ensure all aspects of the Fire Alarm System (FAS) are working properly and are up to code with FDNY
Visually inspect and document all components of the FAS
Conduct and document quarterly fire drills
Other duties as assigned