Residential Aide - Melrose

Jericho Project•New York, NY

12d•$35,360 - $38,000•Onsite

About The Position

Jericho Project is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Residential Aide. The candidate should provide services with an awareness of, sensitivity to, and respect for diversity of culture, ethnicity, gender identity, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation, race, and spirituality or religion. This position will be responsible for engaging and interacting with all Melrose site tenants providing extra support for the stability and growth. This position is the bridge between the tenants and clinical team.

Requirements

High School diploma required.
Candidates must be a self-starter with the skills and energy to work with tenants.
Must possess strong organizational, writing, and computer skills.
Must have strong engagement and interpersonal skills.
The successful applicant will have to complete a background check.
Ability to travel to various sites.
One must possess the ability to speak, hear, see, and write as well as the ability to use a computer and related software programs.
Local and/or national travel required and may require some longer weekday/weekend commitments to accomplish related business projects or meet deliverables.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred but will consider extensive experience in lieu of education.
CASAC credentials preferred.
Experience working in homelessness, substance abuse, mental health and/or trauma settings preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Working with the clinical team to identify tenants who are in need of extra support.
Provide a daily report of information and alerts for the day’s shift.
Participate in groups and events held at the building or offsite and encourage and support tenants in their involvement in those activities.
Provide support to the Operations department with wellness checks and engagement with tenants.
Collaborate with Program Director, Assistant Director, Life Coaches, Peer Mentor, and Career Counselor for the continued development, motivation, and mentorship of program participants.
Conduct general assessments with the ability to call 911 and/or a supervisor for support.
Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
Actively assist and participate in all program activities and special events as needed including attending community meetings and keeping minutes of topics discussed as per DOHMH standards.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files for activities performed.
Ensure data is accurate and complete and that all required accompanying documentation is collected.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Ensure compliance with organizational and funder regulations and documentation.
Provide all services in a manner that respects cultural differences amongst tenants.
Carry out other duties as assigned by program leadership