Resident Assistant Several Sources Shelters, Inc. Ramsey, NJ Job Details Full-time $22 - $25 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Spanish Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Word embeddings Driver's License Meal preparation Meal assistance Time management Full Job Description Job Summary The Residential Assistant has a deep passion for non-profit work and feels aligned with the faith-based mission of Several Sources. This position is responsible for serving the day-to-day needs of our residents Responsibilities

• Preparing bedrooms and creating welcome baskets for new residents.
• Assisting residents cook, and meal preparation.
• Assisting residents with childcare and parenting skills.
• Drives residents to and from appointments, food shopping and programs.
• Preparing reports and maintaining documentation, to keep the home running smoothly and professionally.
• Answer lifeline calls to determine callers' needs and provide support by listening, and providing proper resources,
• Ensures the security and safety of residents, complete regular house check-ins and fire drills.
• Performs necessary shelter duties, including shelter welcome and maintaining a shift log and assisting with the daily needs of the shelter residents.
• Filing incident reports and updating EKYROS.
• In conjunction with the Housing Director and Case Manager, the RA takes appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety for all residents.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

Maintains communication with Director of Housing, Case Manager and Lifeline Coordinator.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures and of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations preferred.
• Must be bi-lingual in Spanish

License:

Driver's (Required)

• Ability to organize and prioritize projects and time management.
• Must be organized and have the ability to multitask.
• Strong oral and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including; Word, Excel, Outlook.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.

Ability to lift at least 25 pounds. Ability to operate standard passenger vehicles for transportation needs when necessary and a clean driving record.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person