RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANT

Channel Islands YMCA•Santa Barbara, CA

1d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

What does a Residential Assistant do? Reside in the Transitional Housing Placement Program (THPP) facility to provide light-guidance and intervention as needed to program participants living on-site in the facility Maintain a controlled and safe environment for youth, including assisting with daily cleaning/sanitization and organization of shared household areas Maintain facility supplies (i.e. food, toiletries, and more) Assist in supervising residents and responding to complaints, reports, requests, and emergencies Mediate conflicts, work with residents to resolve problems, and aid with crisis management Attend weekly meetings to discuss program updates, report on cases, and identify service delivery needs Coordinate with the THPP Director, Case Managers, and Clinical Trainees to support youth development and progress toward their goals Comply with reporting including timely verbal and written notice to the Department of Social Services and documentation in organization’s risk management software Demonstrate effective professional boundaries, self-care measures, and seek support from direct supervisors when in need of assistance, additional trainings, or accommodations Report all accidents and unusual incidents based on the Channel Islands YMCA incident reporting process within the appropriate time frame to management team and assist with necessary documentation Our Commitment to Belonging At the Channel Islands YMCA, we are committed to building bridges within our communities. We aspire to create spaces, experiences, and a culture where all people belong and feel connected.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire
Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire
Ability to obtain a criminal record clearance
Ability to participate in DMV Pull Program
Health Screening Report and negative TB test required prior to first day of employment

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Reside in the Transitional Housing Placement Program (THPP) facility to provide light-guidance and intervention as needed to program participants living on-site in the facility
Maintain a controlled and safe environment for youth, including assisting with daily cleaning/sanitization and organization of shared household areas
Maintain facility supplies (i.e. food, toiletries, and more)
Assist in supervising residents and responding to complaints, reports, requests, and emergencies
Mediate conflicts, work with residents to resolve problems, and aid with crisis management
Attend weekly meetings to discuss program updates, report on cases, and identify service delivery needs
Coordinate with the THPP Director, Case Managers, and Clinical Trainees to support youth development and progress toward their goals
Comply with reporting including timely verbal and written notice to the Department of Social Services and documentation in organization’s risk management software
Demonstrate effective professional boundaries, self-care measures, and seek support from direct supervisors when in need of assistance, additional trainings, or accommodations
Report all accidents and unusual incidents based on the Channel Islands YMCA incident reporting process within the appropriate time frame to management team and assist with necessary documentation