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Volunteers of America Upstate NY

Resident Assistant - BING

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A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.

$45,523 / year median in New York

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Make a difference in a family's life! VOA Upstate New York's continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support services. We provide long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and poverty by helping the people we serve overcome obstacles and develop healthier, more self-sufficient lives. Resident Assistant Part Time, Multiple Schedules Available
JOB SUMMARY
Resident Assistants facilitate program activities ensuring Volunteers of America of Upstate New York's philosophy and practices are carried out in all areas of client care in accordance with relevant regulations and funding source requirements.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Intake and discharge of residents including all related data entry, filing and record keeping. Completing reports, resident follow-up calls and other administrative tasks as requested. Perform all PREA-related requirements as specified in agency PREA policies. Assists residents to understand and follow policies and program rules. Provides other assistance to residents and program staff as needed. Monitoring of resident medications. Facility surveillance including answering phones, hourly indoor and outdoor rounds and camera systems monitoring. Maintain facility sanitation and safety standards. Prepare units for new residents. Other duties as directed.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated ability to work with vulnerable populations Ability to obtain adult and pediatric first aid/CPR certification DOCCS Staff Approval VOA provides comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including: Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Company Paid Life & LTD Insurance 403(b), & more! All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity and will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age disability, protected veteran status, or marital status.