Residential Aide

Project Redirect Inc Of The Distric

Residential Aide

New York, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Requirements

    High School Diploma/GED

    F-02 Certificate of Fitness, CPR/Basic First Aid certification

    Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with residents

    General knowledge of working in a residential facility preferred

    Knowledge of HIPPA guidelines and standards

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Bi-lingual Spanish/English is a plus

    Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

    Commitment to excellence and high standards

    Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

    Ability 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 resident

    Enforce shelter policies and follows staff policies and procedures

    Perform general administrative functions such as noting within the communication log, documenting resident whereabouts, behaviors, and engagement

    Assist clients with questions and helps to resolve any issue as they may arise

    Monitor video footage of all hallways, staircases, lounge, and other common areas

    Adhere to safety, health, and fire hazard guidelines; policies and procedures; and mission and values of the organization

    Conduct hourly rounds of the facility

    Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel

    Work 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 outcomes

    May 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 resident

    Enforce shelter policies and follows staff policies and procedures

    Perform general administrative functions such as noting within the communication log, documenting resident whereabouts, behaviors, and engagement

    Assist 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 areas

    Adhere to safety, health, and fire hazard guidelines; policies and procedures; and mission and values of the organization

    Conduct hourly rounds of the facility

    Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel

    Work 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 outcomes

    May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

    Professional & Personal Qualifications

    High School Diploma/GED

    F-02 Certificate of Fitness, CPR/Basic First Aid certification

    Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with residents

    General knowledge of working in a residential facility preferred

    Knowledge of HIPPA guidelines and standards

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Bi-lingual Spanish/English is a plus

    Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

    Commitment to excellence and high standards

    Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

    Ability to assess emergency situations and respond effectively