Community Residence Aide-Relief

Bfnc-Inc-1; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,154 - 26,863; Part time

Job summary

Bfnc-Inc-1 in Buffalo seeks a Community Residence Aide (Per Diem) to work in residential settings. Responsibilities include providing support for daily living and socialization to adults with mental health diagnoses, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. The Ideal candidate must have a valid NYS Driver's license, related experience, and strong organizational skills. Paid training is available, with shift differentials for specific hours of work. Starting pay is $18.26/hr, with potential earnings up to $19.50/hr.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience required.
• Must be able to read and write case notes and follow written directions.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with daily living activities and socialization.
• Ensure supervision and safety of program participants.
• Complete service documentation in an electronic medical record system.

Skills

Valid NYS Driver's license

Positive attitude

Case note reading and writing

Task management

Basic computer knowledge

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Organizational skills

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Associate's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Title: Community Residence Aide

Position Status: Per Diem

Position Classification: Non- Exempt

Department: Residential Services

Immediate Supervisor: Site Supervisor

Salary: $18.26/hr

Job Summary

Community Residence Aides (CRAs) in our Residential Department work within group homes and apartment settings to provide a wide variety of person-centered, trauma informed supports and services to adults with a mental health diagnosis. CRAs will provide support with daily living activities and socialization; while modeling, teaching, and advocating for them to live at their highest level of independence. CRAs are responsible for the supervision and safety of those residing at their site, overseeing medication self-administration, medical appointment participation, and household chores and cleaning. Paid training is provided. Sites are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Residence locations are on the East Side of Buffalo.

CRAs working 3pm-11pm Monday through Friday will receive a shift differential of $1.50 per hour. CRAs working 11pm-7am Monday through Friday will receive a shift differential of $2.00 per hour. Weekend shift differential is $2.00 additional per hour. Some CRAs will earn up to $19.50 per hour depending on the shift worked.

Supervisory Duties

This position has no supervisory duties.

Essential functions: Percent of time

Resident Services 85%

• Providing support by assisting with skill development or re-development.
• Providing transportation to community events and activities, as well as personal and medical appointments in company owned vehicles.
• Providing support to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers and within their community.
• Providing support by demonstrating respect and teaching daily problem-solving skills.
• Providing restorative services to residents to assist them in achieving established goals.
• Always ensuring the proper supervision and safety of program participants.
• Following health and safety guidelines.
• Completing service documentation in an electronic medical record (EMR) system in accordance with all applicable state and federal rules and regulations.
• Must remain awake and alert while working - on all shifts.

Facilities 10%

• Maintain a clean and orderly environment that is welcoming and highly functional.
• Performs housekeeping duties including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting and vacuuming.
• Shops for and stocks supplies including groceries.
• Receives shipments and orders from suppliers.
• Ensures site supplies are maintained at proper levels and inventory is maintained.

Any other job responsibilities directly assigned to you by your supervisor. 5%

Any other job responsibilities directly assigned to you by your supervisor.

Education

• High School degree or equivalent with 1+ years of related experience OR
• Associates degree in a related field and/or related experience AND
• At least one year of related experience is required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Valid NYS Driver's license with evidence of good driving record
• Positive attitude with motivation to provide interactive and compassionate experience to those in our programs.
• Must be able to read and write case notes and be able to follow written directions.
• Must be able to manage multiple assigned tasks at one time and meet assigned deadlines.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.Must exhibit a passion for BFNC's vision, mission and values and act as a role model
• Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Ergonomics

Sitting, standing, stooping, bending, standard lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying, repetitive movements. Ability to operate and repair machines; prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching. Must be able to access and navigate the site and go up and down stairs. All of the ergonomic requirements must be performed without significant risk of injury to oneself or others or otherwise demonstrated or explain how one can perform essential functions of the position listed above with or without accommodations.

Workplace Conditions Disclaimer

Employees in this role may be required to work in residential environments where exposure to pests (including bed bugs, insects, or rodents), unsanitary conditions, secondhand smoke, or communicable health concerns may occur. The organization provides training, protective equipment, and safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.