Part-time Residential Aide, Short-Term Housing Program (STHP)

CAMBA Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,071 - 30,010; Part time

Job summary

CAMBA Inc. in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a part‑time Residential Aide to support program operations and ensure safety and confidentiality for clients. The role involves conducting security rounds, logging activities, and generating incident reports in a timely manner.

The position requires good written and verbal communication, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to maintain professional relationships with clients. A Security Guard Certificate is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow work orders and basic instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to complete logs and reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct at least 9 security rounds per shift and document findings.
• Complete all security and fire logs accurately on a daily basis.
• Prepare timely, comprehensive incident reports for all incidents in the facility.
• Submit incident reports for supervisor review within 24 hours and to the funder as required.
• Monitor shift exchanges and verify staff presence in the facility daily.
• Attend staff meetings quarterly and participate in requested administrative tasks.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Security Guard Certificate (preferred)

Sufficient education to comprehend instructions

Job description

Position: Part‑time Residential Aide

Reports To: Program Manager

Location: Brooklyn, NY

What The Part‑time Residential Aide Does

• Conduct at least 9 security rounds per shift.
• Complete all security and fire logs accurately daily.
• Complete timely comprehensive and accurate incident reports for all incidents in the facility as they happened.
• Submit all incident reports for review and alert the supervisor so they can review and submit to the funder within 24 hours.
• Complete shift exchanged shifts accurately by verifying who is in and out of the facility daily.
• Attend at least one staff meeting quarterly.
• Will address all negative client behavior and report to supervisors upon occurrence.
• Contact supervisors anytime there is a need to involve NYPD, EMS and/or FDNY.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
• Practice universal precautions.
• Respond to emergencies in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
• Observe and report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked.
• Control pedestrian access and traffic inside facilities to maintain order and security of people and property.
• Warn violators of rule infractions (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and, under direction, request violators to leave the premises.
• Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

• Sufficient education and technical expertise to comprehend written and oral instructions (work orders); basic math to accomplish maintenance tasks and to document accomplished tasks.
• Good written & verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Other Requirements

• Security Guard Certificate preferred.

Compensation: $18.54 hourly

Status: Part‑time

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio‑economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.