Overnight Resident Assistant (RA)

Job Description:

Resident Assistant Reports to: Program Service Director/Lead

RA ESSENTIAL DUTIES

(All Shifts): Effectively de-escalates, diffuses, and monitors overall shelter environment for safety. Properly operates the security system. Ensure that all policies and procedures are appropriately enforced Follow preventative procedures, including drug and alcohol testing, with all individuals entering the facility during the shift Ensure all medications are logged on each individual's medication log Complete incident reports as necessary and provide copy to Executive Director Document any issues or items of note on the communication log Orient new arrivals to shelter protocols and policies Attend all staff meetings Cooperate with outside agencies who refer guests to the shelter Understand and comply with emergency protocols Ensure that files and medicine cabinets remain locked at all times Provides support to residents as needed, to support their goals towards self-sufficiency Supervise all evening activities to include visitation hours (4:30-7pm), any life skills classes and/or any special events or meetings Communicate with Administrative Assistant(s) when supplies are running low/out of stock and when items are in need of maintenance and/or repair Duties specific to the Evening Resident Assistant Ensure that all kitchen duties and cleaning are completed after dinner Sign off on all evening chores Facilitate evening medication call Organize and supervise snack time and packing of bag lunches for following day Ensure all doors are locked by 10 PM Perform walk-throughs of the facility during shift (at least every 30 minutes) Duties specific to the Overnight/Morning Resident Assistant Complete any paperwork or files remaining from intake activities Prepare all spray bottles with accurately mixed bleach solution Dispose of any outdated and/or rotten food in the walk-in cooler Restock empty toilet paper, paper towel and hand soap dispensers Perform walk-throughs of facility during shift (at least every 30 minutes)

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Must be First Aid and CPR certified or be willing to become certified. Must be willing to pursue ongoing training to better serve the population in which we minister to. Must be organized and have the ability to perform a variety of tasks. Must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to work with staff, volunteers, and guests. Must be able to use Word and Excel for guest data base and shift reporting. Ability to effectively work with homeless individuals in a non-judgmental manner and with sensitivity and compassion to problems of homeless individuals. Ability to effectively analyze situations quickly and apply sound judgment. Ability to enforce shelter rules and policies. Ability to document and complete written reports in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Regularly required to: Stand/walk for long periods of time without a break. Remain seated in a normal position for up to half the workday. Talk & hear; verbally express ideas, information, & instructions. Have the ability to work around moderate noise. Lift , pull, push, carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person