Residential Aide (Hillside)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER-posted about 5 hours ago

$35,000 - $43,000/Yr

Full-time • Entry Level

Onsite • New York, NY

501-1,000 employees

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To assist families in daily living skills as they resettle in NYC. RA team will ensure clients are getting acclimated to their living situation, following rules & regulations of the site, and assist in monitoring the residence. Residential Aid staff are the first welcoming face new families are greeted by!

Complete regular and routine resident and facility checks to ensure that residents are not at risk and that facility management is aware of potential hazards (leaks, fire, destruction of property, etc.).
Ensure compliance with all health, fire, and safety codes, ensure timely handling of all violations, prevent violations whenever possible.
Assist in the monitoring and development of resident’s daily independent living skills.
Establish and cultivate professional and positive relationships with families.
Utilize evidence-based practice models including person centered planning, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, culturally aware, and strengths-based approaches.
Escort clients via public transportation to appointments as needed.
Co-Facilitate and participate in social emotional driven learning groups and activities for families.
Perform and confirm all daily room and bed inspections are taking place.
Manage operations desk: ensure documentation of client whereabouts, answer phones when necessary.
Work collaboratively with building staff to assist tenants and ensure tenant safety.
Document incidents onsite in CARES and send to Goddard Incident Report Committee.
Report any concerns on quality service deliverables to management in a timely manner.
Monitor common areas to ensure proper usage.
Conduct intakes during evenings, overnights, and weekends as needed.
Document in CARES intake system and ensure all clients are admitted in a timely fashion.
Provide daily food service and ensure food delivery is stored immediately.
Help maintain the cleanliness of the building and monitor common areas.
Participate in staff meetings where resident issues, operations, policies, procedures, and program outcomes are discussed.
Other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience in shelter or residential setting
Bilingual in English, Spanish, French, or Creole (written and spoken) required.
Food Protection Certificate will be required during first few weeks of hire.
Cultural awareness and understanding of client centered care.
Passion for working with individuals and families who are in transitional housing.
Excellent communication skills, able to utilize de-escalation techniques.
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 multitask with strong organizational skills.
Detail orientated and systems savvy.
Compassionate and personable
Team-orientated
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be: Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, OneDrive Excel, etc.
Ability to learn multiple databases including CARES.
Frequent bending, kneeling, walking, climbing and lifting to 50 lbs.

Associates degree preferred
Driver’s License preferred.

Medical/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance/Commuter benefits/Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Flexible Spending Accounts
403B Thrift Retirement Plan
12 Annual Sick Days
12 Agency Holidays
20 Days or 4 Weeks of Paid Time off and an additional week (5) days after 5 years of employment

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