On-Call Residential Support Worker (Evening/Weekend) - Washington, DC)

So Others Might Eat/ SOME; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as On-Call Staff. This flexible, on-demand role covers evening and overnight hours to support clients, programs, and safe housing operations.

Responsibilities include responding to shifts as needed, assisting during vacations and holidays, and maintaining accurate incident logs and safety standards. A high school diploma and CPR/First Aid are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in human services, and/or the substance abuse/recovery field.
• Valid driver's license and CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential services to clients, ensuring their safety, well-being and dignity during evening and overnight hours.
• Cover shifts as needed to support vacations and holidays and assist across programs and activities.
• Document incidents, monitoring and observation notes/logs as required and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Transport clients

Boundary setting

Incident documentation

Medication monitoring

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year experience in human services or substance abuse field

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Join Our Team at SOME (So Others Might Eat)!

Compensation:

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $18.40 per hour. Please note that the hourly rate may vary depending on the location of the assignment and specific program requirements.

Position Details:

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as On-Call Staff. This flexible, on-demand role is designed for individuals who are available to work as needed to cover shifts, assist during staff vacations and holidays, and support various programs and activities. On-call staff will provide essential services to clients, ensuring their safety, well-being, and dignity during evening and overnight hours.

Schedule:

Flexible, on an as-needed basis. Must be available between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM, with varying shift times. (Please Note: You can work up to 29 hours per week.)

Location:

Must be available to work at any of our residential, adult, transitional, or family housing programs. Most locations are in SE, NW, and NE Washington, DC.

Qualifications:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of one year of experience in human services, and/or the substance abuse/recovery field.
• Required License/Certification: Valid driver's license and current CPR/First Aid certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to safely transport clients/residents in a SOME vehicle, when needed.
• Strong ability to set professional boundaries with both staff and clients.
• Proficiency in documenting incidents, monitoring, and observation notes/logs as required.
• Knowledge of medical information monitoring (including medication management).
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods.

Reports to

Director, Talent Operations

Position Designation:

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

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