Residential Assistant (Part-Time; 24 hours per week)

SOME•Washington, DC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking a Residential Assistant to support Kirwan House, a residential program in NW Washington, DC. The role provides monitoring and oversight to promote residents’ health, safety, and well-being and to support the safe, efficient operation of the housing facility. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week, with a schedule of Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. It is designated as safety sensitive and may require drug testing before or during employment. The Residential Assistant supports residents’ treatment and recovery goals, facilitates activities and group meetings, monitors medications and resident whereabouts, conducts checks and inspections, and documents services and incidents. The role also includes crisis support, coordination with treatment teams, household operations, transportation, meal preparation, and administrative tasks 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. Compensation is $18.40–$19.50 per hour, potentially commensurate with experience.

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.
Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues.
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Relationship-building skills and ability to maintain 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 despite 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.
Valid driver’s license.

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 clients’ participation in 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 preparing meals as needed.