Overnight Residential Assistant: Safeguard Recovery & Housing

some; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) seeks a Residential Assistant for Kirwan House in NW Washington, DC. You will monitor residents’ health and safety, support their treatment goals, and help manage daily house operations in a high‑risk setting.

Requirements include HS/GED and 3–5 years in social services, with preferred Associate’s Degree and CPR/First Aid certification. The role includes overnight shifts, 40 hours per week, and essential position status.

Qualifications

• HS or GED required.
• 3–5 years experience in social services.
• Experience in addictions or mental health treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health, safety, and well‑being of residents.
• Oversee housing operations and report safety/maintenance concerns.
• Provide client support to progress on treatment goals.
• Facilitate on‑site group meetings and coaching for recovery.
• Monitor medications taken by clients and document incidents.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

HS/GED

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Job description

SOME (So Others Might Eat) seeks a Residential Assistant for Kirwan House in NW Washington, DC. You will monitor residents’ health and safety, support their treatment goals, and help manage daily house operations in a high‑risk setting.

Requirements include HS/GED and 3–5 years in social services, with preferred Associate’s Degree and CPR/First Aid certification. The role includes overnight shifts, 40 hours per week, and essential position status.