Residential Aide - Part-Time-Sat & Sun; 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friendship Place • Washington, DC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Aston is a non-congregate shelter serving single adults and adult households without children experiencing homelessness in the District of Columbia. The Aston can serve up to 190 residents across a variety of shelter bed environments, including medically vulnerable and medical respite beds, work beds, beds for seniors, ADA beds, and beds for couples and families with non-minor dependents. All residents of The Aston are matched through the Coordinated Assessment and Housing Placement (CAHP) system and are targeted to enter stable housing destinations within 3-6 months of program entry. Residential Aides provide 24/7 on-site services to residents by ensuring a safe, healthy, and supportive environment. The position completes intake procedures for newly assigned residents and routine rounds/inspections of assigned residential floors. Residential Aides work collaboratively with program staff to ensure high-quality services are always provided and that all documentation is completed each shift. The position also supports residents by distributing essential resources, including meals, hygiene supplies, laundry supplies, linens, towels, and other available resources.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED and 2 years of general work experience, including one (1) year of direct human service experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a First Aid/CPR/AED certification that includes a hands-on skills testing module.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word; ability to learn database programs.
• Ability to maintain healthy and professional boundaries.
• Must be able to arrive at work and scheduled meetings on time.
• Strong commitment to Friendship Place’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Employees must be compassionate, self-aware, and able to maintain healthy boundaries while supporting others respectfully and in a trauma-informed way.
• Employees must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time with repetitive motions and positions.
• Some lifting may be required (up to 20-25lbs).
• Subject to successful completion of background investigations as required by contract and applicable law, which may include but are not limited to state and federal criminal history checks, fingerprint-based checks, child/adult protective services registry checks, and other required program-specific or funding-source clearances, including pre-employment and Drug and Alcohol Screenings.
• Valid government-issued ID, reference checks, and verification of current and/or previous employment are required.
• Continued employment is contingent on maintaining required clearances throughout employment, including random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Reliable and timely attendance at the employee’s work location is required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate and/or bachelor's degree with six (6) months of direct human service experience (Preferred)
• Two (2) years of lived experience may substitute for one (1) year of relevant work experience
• Experience working with individuals with mental health concerns or addiction preferred.
• Excellent Customer Service - Displays kindness and respect and meets service expectations.
• Ability and willingness to work in a diverse and challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate support and oversight of residents, units, and grounds of The Aston always to ensure the security and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
• Supports and reinforces program policies and program rules for residents.
• Conducts intake processes for newly assigned residents to The Aston; Explains program rules, rights, responsibilities, building procedures/schedule, and unit assignments.
• Provides de-escalation services to residents and contacts crisis services (MPD, Mobile Crisis, CRT, etc.) as necessary.
• Submits daily shift notes to the Shift Supervisor, including a shift log of all shift activities.
• Ensures appropriate noise levels within the building and enforces guidelines for quiet hours (overnight)
• Performs weekly and as-needed inspections of units; completes and submits all required documentation.
• Reports on maintenance and building concerns to the Shift Supervisor.
• Actively supports and ensures the success of required fire/evacuation.
• Ensures detailed completion and submission of all Unusual Incident Reports (UIR) or Critical Incident Reports (CIR) in the required timeframe during each shift.
• Supports meal delivery, distribution, storage, and disposal.
• Distribute residential supplies and support to residents (cleaning, hygiene, laundry, bedding, etc.).
• Actively participate in case meetings, staff meetings, and supervisions.
• Actively attend and participate in all required training per contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Accrues sick leave based on hours worked.
• Accrues vacation hours during the first year of employment.
• Pro-rated SCA vacation amount earned is deposited and available on the employee's first anniversary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED