Residential Assistant (Part-Time; Every Saturday)

SOME•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is hiring a part-time Residential Assistant to support residents and operations at Leland Place, a residential facility in Northeast Washington, DC. The position provides monitoring and oversight to help ensure the health and safety of the facility and its residents. The schedule is every Saturday from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, for 12 hours per week. The hourly pay range is $18.40 to $19.50, potentially commensurate with experience. The Residential Assistant supports residents in maintaining progress toward treatment goals and recovery, facilitates meaningful activities and group meetings, monitors medications and resident whereabouts, and responds to crises. The role also includes documentation, house operations, safety checks, drug screenings, room inspections, household chores and supplies, administrative tasks, and client transportation as needed. The position is based in a residential setting that may or may not have individual heating and air-conditioning controls or a window. It is designated safety-sensitive and may involve drug testing before or during employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of experience in social services.
Experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Valid driver's license.
Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues.
Conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills.
Relationship-building skills and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills.
Ability to communicate with diverse audiences and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility and ability to multitask amid competing priorities.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to set professional boundaries.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, sit or stand for long periods, and walk up and down stairs.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
More than 5 years of experience in social services.
Experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment.

Responsibilities

Oversee house operations and support safe, efficient operations; report safety or maintenance concerns.
Support clients in maintaining progress toward treatment goals.
Plan and facilitate meaningful on-site and community activities, including recovery activities.
Facilitate on-site group meetings and coach residents in maintaining recovery.
Monitor and document medications taken by clients.
Provide crisis management as needed and document incidents according to policy and procedure.
Maintain client documentation and complete shift communications.
Monitor client whereabouts and activities and conduct regular checks of the program environment.
Review client appointments and communicate with the treatment team as needed.
Ensure house chores are completed.
Conduct drug screenings and room inspections.
Assist with client programming as needed.
Ensure household supplies are available.
Perform administrative tasks as needed.
Transport clients as needed to meet program needs.
Assist with meal preparation as needed.