Residential Aide

Requirements: High School Diploma/GEDF-02 Certificate of Fitness, CPR/Basic First Aid certificationAbility to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with residentsGeneral knowledge of working in a residential facility preferredKnowledge of HIPPA guidelines and standardsStrong written and verbal communication skillsBi-lingual Spanish/English is a plusExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsCommitment to excellence and high standardsGood judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisionsAbility to assess emergency situations and respond effectively

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for the safety and security of the staff, clients at the work site He/She will help to ensure that the front desk is secured at all times and house rules and operational procedures are followed Monitor the clients, units, and grounds at all times to ensure the security and safety of each residentEnforce shelter policies and follows staff policies and proceduresPerform general administrative functions such as noting within the communication log, documenting resident whereabouts, behaviors, and engagementAssist clients with questions and helps to resolve any issue as they may arise Monitor video footage of all hallways, staircases, lounge, and other common areasAdhere to safety, health, and fire hazard guidelines; policies and procedures; and mission and values of the organizationConduct hourly rounds of the facilityReport any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnelWork with security personnel to ensure safety of staff and residents in the program Empty, clean and prepare units for vacancies (bag and tag client materials where needed) Document all incident details, participants, action taken and outcomesMay be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Job description: Residential Aide

Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for the safety and security of the staff, clients at the work site. He/She will help to ensure that the front desk is secured at all times and house rules and operational procedures are followed.

Responsibilities: The Residence Worker is responsible for, but not limited to: Monitor the clients, units, and grounds at all times to ensure the security and safety of each residentEnforce shelter policies and follows staff policies and proceduresPerform general administrative functions such as noting within the communication log, documenting resident whereabouts, behaviors, and engagementAssist clients with questions and helps to resolve any issue as they may arise Examine all items entering the facility to ensure client and staff safety Monitor video footage of all hallways, staircases, lounge, and other common areasAdhere to safety, health, and fire hazard guidelines; policies and procedures; and mission and values of the organizationConduct hourly rounds of the facilityReport any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnelWork with security personnel to ensure safety of staff and residents in the program. Empty, clean and prepare units for vacancies (bag and tag client materials where needed) Document all incident details, participants, action taken and outcomesMay be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed Professional & Personal Qualifications High School Diploma/GEDF-02 Certificate of Fitness, CPR/Basic First Aid certificationAbility to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with residentsGeneral knowledge of working in a residential facility preferredKnowledge of HIPPA guidelines and standardsStrong written and verbal communication skillsBi-lingual Spanish/English is a plusExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsCommitment to excellence and high standardsGood judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisionsAbility to assess emergency situations and respond effectively