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The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Shelter Worker/Resident Assistant - Mens Shelter (On-Call)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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
Job Description
Overview Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Resident Assistant will provide support to shelter residents and create a hospitable and safe environment in the Men's shelter. This is an On-Call position, filling in for part/full time staff and open shifts. Must be able to work at least one eight hour shift per month (potential for more hours) and cover at least 3 holidays per year. Responsibilities Provide support to shelter residents. Monitor the activities of the residents within the shelter environment. Complete daily Shift Log check-list during your shift. Review and record Communication Log each shift. Conduct security wanding upon resident admission, as well as random wand checks. Monitor the physical facility by making rounds every half hour and conducting periodic inspections to ensure rooms are clean, facility is secure and that clients are abiding by house rules. Make referrals to alternative emergency shelter providers when Program beds are unavailable. Maintain basic record keeping responsibilities. This includes performing electronic intakes in the database and completing accurate time sheets in a timely manner in ADP . Check your individual work email daily. Attend and participate in monthly Staff meetings/Resident meetings. Attend relevant In-Service training/conferences, as requested. Complete all mandatory training (in-person and online) in a timely manner. Clean linens, maintain cleanliness of facility (inside and perimeter). Other duties as assigned.