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Echelon Community Services, Inc

Part-Time Residential Aide

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$38,404 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

PART-TIME JOB SUMMARY
Weekdays and Weekends:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts 8:00 am
  • 4:00 pm (1st shift) 4:00 pm
  • 12:00 midnight (2nd shift) 12:00 midnight
  • 8:00 am (3rd shift) The Residential Aide is responsible for the direct supervision and monitoring of the residents in the group residential care.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND SCHEDULING
  • Supervise and monitor the residents at all times while in the ECS facility and at activities outside of the facility.
  • Transport residents to and from medical, therapy, family visitation appointments, and recreational activities.
  • Assist and train new staff with the implementation of ECS policies and procedures.
  • Attend 40 hours of new employee orientation and pre-service training.
  • Attend 40 hours of in-service training on approved topics annually.
  • Document the residents' day-to-day activities using the Daily Report Form.
  • Accurately document the residents' intake of medication per the ECS Medication and Supervision Policy
  • Make hourly notations of resident and facility status in the Facility Logbook.
  • Complete a detailed Unusual Incident Report (UI) to document major incidents and behaviors not in compliance with District of Columbia law, ECS rules and regulations and regulations regarding child abuse and neglect.
  • Document minor incidents of misconduct, inappropriate behavior(s) and disciplinary actions utilizing the ECS In-House Incident Report form and the ECS Counseling form.
  • Assist in providing the residents with on-going Life Skills Education.
  • Monitor the ECS daily schedule and monthly activities calendar to ensure the residents participation in program activities and events.
  • Perform assigned cleaning duties to maintain the cleanliness of the facility utilizing the Facility Check and Daily Cleaning Logs.
  • Report to work 15 minutes prior to the shift start to receive facility briefing from the outgoing shift.
  • Must attend mandatory staff meetings.
  • Will be required to work some holidays and weekends.
  • Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
  • Recommended to have a High School Diploma or GED or at least 5 years of experience working in a Social Service Setting.
  • Must have at least 2 years of direct experience or 3 consecutive years of demonstrated work experience.
  • Demonstrates good oral, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Capable of working with the residents to implement program activities with little supervision.
  • Capable of effectively de-escalating and managing conflicts and disruptions with residents, staff, and community.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS
  • Must have Child Protective Clearance(s)
  • Must have local, state, and FBI criminal background checks
  • Must take a drug and alcohol screen
  • Must have a medical clearance including a TB test
  • Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications
  • Must have a good driving record (if licensed driver)
  • Must have Sex Offenders Registry Check
BENEFITS
Must work a minimum of 30 hours weekly to be eligible for the following:
  • Life Insurance Must work a minimum of 37 hours weekly to be eligible for the following:
  • Health Insurance ( eligible after 3 months of employment )
  • 401K Plan ( eligible after 1 year of employment )
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.40 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
Experience:
Caregiving:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person